Summary

German surname of occupational origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'hof' which means 'court' or 'farm'. The name was originally given to someone who lived or worked on a farm or in a court.
There are
5969
Hoffers in the USA
Hoffer is the
5796th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Hoffer

AndréHoffer

André Hoffer was a French philosopher and political activist known for his influential works on social inequality and revolution.

FranzHoffer

Franz Hoffer was a Hungarian painter of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, recognized for his expressive landscapes and portraits.

FriedrichHoffer

Friedrich Hoffer was a German composer and conductor renowned for his symphonic compositions and orchestral arrangements.

JohannHoffer

Johann Hoffer was an Austrian historian and archaeologist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient civilizations.

MargareteHoffer

Margarete Hoffer was a Swiss mathematician and educator remembered for her groundbreaking research in number theory and mathematical pedagogy.

SigmundHoffer

Sigmund Hoffer was a renowned Austrian psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, the founder of psychoanalysis, and one of the most influential figures in the field of psychology.

WilliamHoffer

William Hoffer was an American author and investigative journalist known for his thought-provoking non-fiction books on various social and political issues.

Hoffer Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Hoffer has origins in Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Switzerland.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Hoffer is associated with these regions: Europe, North America.
VariationsVariations of the surname Hoffer include Hoff, Hoeffner, Hofer, and Hoffa.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Hoffer occurred mainly during the 19th and 20th centuries. Many individuals migrated from Europe to North America in search of better economic opportunities and to escape political conflicts and persecution.