DEGRAFF
Also recorded as De Graff, de Graff
Degraff
Degraff is a British surname with Dutch origins. The name is a variant of De Graaff, which means "the canal" in Dutch. It is believed to have been originally used to denote someone who lived near a canal or a ditch.
The Degraff surname is not as common in Britain as it is in the Netherlands, where it has a longer history. However, there are individuals with the surname Degraff who have British ancestry and have made notable contributions in various fields.
Like many surnames, Degraff has undergone variations in spelling over time, including De Graaf, DeGraff, and Graf. Individuals bearing the Degraff surname can be found across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in areas such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester.
Researching the origins of the Degraff surname can provide insights into genealogy and family history, shedding light on the migration patterns and societal changes that have shaped British communities.
There are approximately 15 people named Degraff in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Degraff.