Goff
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Goff is the 946th most common family name in the United States. It is particularly prevalent among those of Welsh or Irish descent. Other variations of the surname include Gough and McGough. The English version of the name is an occupational name from Cornish and Breton goff, meaning "smith" (cognate with Gaelic gobha). The surname is common in East Anglia, where it is of Breton origin.
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| Meaning | "smith" |
| Region of origin | Wales, Ireland |
| Related names | Gough, McGough |
| Popularity | Behind the Name |
| Wikipedia articles | All pages beginning with Goff |
[edit] Notable Goffs
People with the name Goff include:
- Andrew Goff (philosopher)
- Bruce Goff (architect)
- Bud "Chunk" Goff (rugby player)
- Jacques Le Goff (French historian)
- Jennifer Goff (activist)
- Jonathan Goff (American football player)
- Phil Goff, the current Minister of Defence of New Zealand
- Robert J. Goff (owner, Irish horse auction company)
- Robert Goff, Baron Goff of Chieveley
- Robert Goff (American football player)
- Scott Goff (flutist, Seattle Symphony)
- Stan Goff (author)
- Trish Goff (model/actress)
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