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Hopf Family History

Hopf Surname Meaning

German: metonymic occupational name for a grower of hops or dealer in hops or a metonymic occupational name for a brewer from the use of hops in the manufacture of beer.

It originates from the Middle High German term hopfe, which means ‘hops’.

This name reflects the importance of hops in the brewing industry, particularly in Germany.

Hops not only serve as a key ingredient in beer but also contribute to its flavor and preservation.

Thus, this occupational name highlights the significant role of hop cultivation and brewing in German culture.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Hopf families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Hopf family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1880 and 1920. The most Hopf families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 47 Hopf families living in Ontario. This was 100% of all the recorded Hopf's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Hopf families in 1911.
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What did your Hopf ancestors do for a living?

In 1921, Farmer was the top reported job for people in the Canada named Hopf. 85% of Hopf men worked as a Farmer.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1921

  • Farmer
    85%
  • Laborer
    16%

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There are 7,000 census records available for the last name Hopf. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Hopf census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 2,000 immigration records available for the last name Hopf. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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There are 5,000 military records available for the last name Hopf. For the veterans among your Hopf ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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