Huffman

Meaning

Derived from German 'Huff' (a personal name) combined with 'man', indicating 'man of Huff' or a descendant of Huff.

Etymology

The surname combines the Germanic personal name 'Huff' with the suffix 'man', a common German naming convention. It likely originated as a patronymic designation in medieval Germany.

About the Huffman Surname

A German patronymic surname brought to America by German immigrants, particularly in the colonial period. It is well-established in the United States.

Distribution

Primarily found in the United States, particularly in Pennsylvania and the Midwest, with origins in German-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

David Huffman (computer scientist), Felicity Huffman (actress)

People with the Huffman Surname