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Kaufman
Kaufman (name) means a surname of German and Ashkenazi Jewish origin, an anglicized form of the German Kaufmann, meaning "merchant.". Example: “The playwright George S. Kaufman won the Pulitzer Prize twice.”
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A surname of German and Ashkenazi Jewish origin, an anglicized form of the German Kaufmann, meaning "merchant."
"Whether at work or as the protective single mother to her teenage daughter, Abbie (Grace Kaufman), Margaret is a model of calculated control."
— Jeannette Catsoulis, ‘Resurrection’ Review: Mother of Fears (2022)
"The playwright George S. Kaufman won the Pulitzer Prize twice."
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A city in Texas, the seat of Kaufman County.
"They drove out to Kaufman for the county fair."
How to use Kaufman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA surname meaning "merchant" in German, and also a Texas town named after it.
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Etymology
Anglicized from German Kaufmann, an occupational surname meaning "merchant" — related to English Chapman.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Kaufman” mean?
The word “Kaufman” means a surname of German and Ashkenazi Jewish origin, an anglicized form of the German Kaufmann, meaning "merchant.". In plain terms, a surname meaning "merchant" in German, and also a Texas town named after it.
How do you use “Kaufman” in a sentence?
Here is “Kaufman” used in a sentence: “The playwright George S. Kaufman won the Pulitzer Prize twice.”
What part of speech is “Kaufman”?
“Kaufman” is a name.
Where does the word “Kaufman” come from?
The word “Kaufman” comes from German. Anglicized from German Kaufmann, an occupational surname meaning "merchant" — related to English Chapman.
Is “Kaufman” a common word?
“Kaufman” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Kaufman” have?
“Kaufman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a surname of German and Ashkenazi Jewish origin, an anglicized form of the German Kaufmann, meaning "merchant.".
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