About Wholf
The surname Wholf is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "wulf," meaning "wolf." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify someone as the "son of Wolf." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who displayed wolf-like characteristics such as fierceness, cunning, or bravery. Over time, it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Wholf can trace their ancestry back to German-speaking regions where the name was prevalent.
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The surname Wholf is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Wholf 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 Wholf in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Wholf using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.