About Stofer
The surname Stofer is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "stophen," meaning "to stop" or "to block." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked as a barrier or gatekeeper. Over time, the surname may have also been adopted by individuals who lived near a stopping place or a location where travelers would rest.
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The surname Stofer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Stofer 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 Stofer is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Stofer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Stofer using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.