Neuffer is a German surname.
Etymology and Origin
The surname Neuffer is of German origin. It is primarily considered a habitational surname, indicating a person who came from a specific place. The most commonly cited source for this origin is the town of Neuffen in Baden-Württemberg, Germany. Alternatively, it may be a variant of other German surnames, or derived from descriptive elements, though the specific etymology can vary. Some sources suggest a possible connection to "neu" (new) and elements related to travel ("fahren") or geographical features ("Ufer" - riverbank), but the association with the place name Neuffen is widely accepted.Notable People
Prominent individuals who have borne the surname Neuffer include:- Friedrich Neuffer (1855–1934), a German architect known for his work on various public and residential buildings.
- George Neuffer (1872–1956), an American politician who served as a member of the Ohio Senate.
- Hermann Neuffer (1891–1940), a German professional footballer.
- Johannes Neuffer (born 1957), a German musicologist and academic, who served as rector of the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Rostock.