Höfflin

The name Höfflin is a German surname. It is likely of topographic origin, derived from a place name element meaning "farm" or "small estate." The "-lin" suffix is a common diminutive ending in southwestern Germany and Switzerland. Thus, Höfflin could denote someone who originated from a small farm or estate known as "Hof." The name might also be a patronymic, indicating descent from someone named Hof. The spelling variations likely arose from regional dialects and scribal differences over time. Historical records would be needed to trace the precise origins and distribution of individuals bearing this surname.