Stoffrand

Stoffrand is a surname of likely Germanic origin. The name probably derives from a compound of Stoff, meaning fabric, and Rand, meaning edge or border, and it may have originally described a person connected with textiles or a place near a boundary. In historical records the spelling appears in various forms, including Stoffrand and occasionally Stoffrands, reflecting the adaptive spellings of Germanic names in neighboring regions.

Today Stoffrand is a rare surname. It is not associated with any widely known figures, institutions, or events, and most occurrences are found in genealogical or archival sources rather than in contemporary public life. Because of its scarcity, references to Stoffrand are typically limited to family histories, local registries, or historical documents.

When encountered as a phrase, Stoffrand can be read in German as “fabric edge,” though it is not a standard technical term in textile science. In scholarly or industry contexts, related terms such as Selvedge or Webkante are used instead.

Genealogical materials indicate the surname has appeared in Europe and North America, primarily among families with German-speaking origins, with small clusters arising from migration. The name’s rarity and scattered distribution mean that individuals bearing Stoffrand may be unconnected across regions.