Where Does the Hoffman Surname Come From?

If your family name is Hoffman, its origin lies with Hoffmann, a German surname.

What is the meaning of Hoffman?

The family name meaning is “Manor farmer or court steward”, the same as for Hoffmann.

How is Hoffman related to Hoffmann?

Hoffman drops the “n” of Hoffmann, a shortening that clerks often made. Related forms: Hofmann and Hofman.

Is there a Hoffman coat of arms?

There is no single Hoffman family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were.

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