About Tafel
The surname Tafel is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "tafel," meaning "table." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a metonymic occupational name for someone who made or sold tables or worked as a carpenter specializing in table-making. The name Tafel may also have been used as a topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent table-like feature in the landscape.
The surname Tafel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tafel 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 the name "Tafel" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Tafel."