There are
744
Hafts in the USA
Haft is the
31184th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Haft

ArnoldHaft

Arnold Haft was an American businessman and entrepreneur, known for co-founding the electronics retail chain Circuit City.

AliceHaft

Alice Haft is an American actress, best known for her roles in films like 'American Pie 2' and 'Superbad.'

LewisHaft

Lewis Haft was an American professor and author, specializing in Chinese history and culture.

RichardHaft

Richard Haft is an American businessman, known for his ownership of the grocery store chain Shoppers Food & Pharmacy.

GordonHaft

Gordon Haft is an American artist and sculptor, known for his abstract and geometric artworks.

CraigHaft

Craig Haft is an American film director and writer, known for his work on movies like 'Little Monsters' and 'The Skateboard Kid II.'

WilliamHaft

William Haft is an American lawyer and legal commentator, serving as a partner at the law firm Dorsey & Whitney.

DanielHaft

Daniel Haft is an American entrepreneur and investor, known for co-founding the e-commerce company OpenSky.

RobertHaft

Robert Haft is an American businessman, known for his involvement in the retail industry and his ownership of Crown Books.

MartyHaft

Marty Haft is an American football coach, currently serving as the defensive coordinator for the Widener University football team.

Haft Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Haft' is of German origin. It is derived from the German word 'haft' which means 'handle' or 'grip'. It is believed to have originally been an occupational name for someone who made handles or grips for tools or weapons.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Haft' is primarily found in Germany and other German-speaking countries, such as Austria and Switzerland. It may also be found in other parts of Europe and among German diaspora communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Haft' include 'Haftel', 'Haftner', 'Haffner', 'Hafner', and 'Hefti'.
Migration and ImmigrationAs a German surname, 'Haft' may have been carried by German immigrants to other countries, including the United States, during periods of emigration or as a result of political or economic factors.