Koffman

Occupational

Meaning

A merchant or trader, possibly related to coffee or goods.

Etymology

Possibly derived from Yiddish 'kof' (buy/purchase) combined with the German suffix '-man' meaning man or merchant. The etymology remains uncertain and may relate to trade goods.

About the Koffman Surname

Likely an occupational surname for a merchant or trader, though the exact etymology is debated. The surname is primarily associated with Jewish communities.

Distribution

Found primarily among Jewish populations in Central and Eastern Europe.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Koffman Surname

Arthur Koffman