The Origin and History of the Surname Wolff
Wolff is a surname of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word "wolf," meaning "wolf." The name was likely originally a nickname for someone who was fierce or strong like a wolf, or possibly for someone who lived near a place with wolves.
In modern times, the name Wolff has been anglicized to Wolf, and it is now found in many English-speaking countries. It is also common in Germany, where it is spelled Wolf or Wollf.
Some notable people with the surname Wolff include:
* George Wolff (1874-1956), American businessman and founder of the Wolff & Mueller department store chain
* Herman Wolff (1894-1977), American athlete who won a gold medal in the decathlon at the 1920 Summer Olympics
* Lotte Wolff (1887-1975), German actress and singer
* Michael Wolff (born 1953), American musician, composer, and author
* Niki de Wolff (born 1967), Dutch field hockey player
* Tom Wolff (born 1944), American businessman and owner of the Charlotte Hornets basketball team.
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