köpf

Köpf is a German surname. In standard German, Kopf means "head," and Köpf is a surname form that likely originated as a nickname-based or topographic name. The umlauted spelling Köpf reflects dialectal pronunciation and historical orthography; in non-German contexts the name can appear in variants such as Koepp, Koepf, Kopf or Köpp.

The name is found mainly among German-speaking populations, particularly in regions with historical Alemannic, Franconian, or Bavarian influence. Spelling variants arose from regional pronunciations and shifts in orthography during the 18th to 20th centuries, as well as from migration and transcription into other languages.

As a surname, Köpf functions as a family name rather than a common noun. It is encountered in genealogical and historical records and often appears in combination with other family identifiers in archival materials. In general usage, unrelated to surnames, köpf is not a standard modern German word; it may occur only in dialectal or historical texts.

Notable bearers: There are individuals with the surname Köpf documented in a variety of fields, including academia, arts, and sports, though no single figure is universally associated with the name in popular discourse. The entry for Köpf is a concise overview and can be expanded as reliable sources provide biographical details.