Knopf

Meaning

A button, knob, or small rounded protuberance; possibly indicating a button-maker or someone with a distinctive physical feature.

Etymology

The surname derives from the German word 'Knopf' (button, knob), which may indicate either an occupational origin (button-maker) or a descriptive nickname. The word itself comes from Middle High German roots.

About the Knopf Surname

This German surname likely has occupational origins related to button-making or a similar craft. The name has been documented in German records since the medieval period.

Distribution

Found in German-speaking regions, with notable presence in Austria and Bavaria.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Knopf Surname