About Shoaf
The surname Shoaf is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "schouf," meaning "sheaf" or "bundle." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who worked with or was associated with sheaves of grain. The name may have been given to a farmer, a reaper, or someone involved in the agricultural industry. Over time, the surname Shoaf has evolved and been passed down through generations, becoming a family name.
The surname Shoaf is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shoaf based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Shoaf is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Shoaf in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Shoaf using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.