Oliphant - Last Names

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Oliphant

/ˈɒlɪfənt/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Elephant

Symbolizes strength, loyalty, and noble bearing; reflects a connection to heraldic symbolism and ancestral pride.

Symbolism

Embodies wisdom, memory, and resilience; the elephant as a symbol of power and dignity is central to its imagery.

Etymology: Derived from the Old French 'olifant' or 'olifant,' meaning 'elephant,' which itself comes from the Latin 'elephantus.' The name was likely adopted as a nickname or heraldic emblem, later becoming a hereditary surname among Norman nobles and Scottish clans.

Style & Origin

traditional
sophisticated
english

Cultural Background

Of Anglo-Norman and Scottish origin, the name Oliphant is historically tied to British nobility and

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