About Woolfrey
The surname Woolfrey is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Wulfri," which means "wolf power" or "wolf counsel." The name was later combined with the Old Norse element "frithr," meaning "peace," to form the surname Woolfrey. It is believed to have originated as a nickname or personal name for someone who possessed the qualities associated with a wolf, such as strength, courage, or cunning. Over time, the name evolved into a hereditary surname and has been passed down through generations.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Woolfrey 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 Woolfrey in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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