About Shafron
The surname Shafron is of Jewish origin and is derived from the Yiddish word "shafran," meaning "saffron." Saffron is a valuable spice that was historically used in cooking and dyeing, and it was often associated with wealth and luxury. The surname Shafron likely originated as an occupational name for someone involved in the saffron trade or someone who cultivated saffron. It may also have been a nickname for someone with a vibrant or golden complexion, reminiscent of the color of saffron.
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The surname Shafron is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shafron based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Shafron in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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