About Tappe
The surname Tappe is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "tappe," meaning "tap" or "faucet." It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who worked as a tapster or a person who operated a tap or faucet, particularly in a brewery or tavern. Over time, the surname Tappe may have also been used as a nickname for someone who had a habit of tapping or drumming their fingers.
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The surname Tappe is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tappe 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 Tappe is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Tappe in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Tappe using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.