Duff

Duff is a Scottish surname with origins in Gaelic. It is derived from the word “dubh,” which means black or dark. The name was originally used to describe someone with dark hair or a dark complexion. Today, the surname Duff is relatively rare and is primarily found in Scotland and Ireland. Notable individuals with the surname include actress Hilary Duff, Canadian politician Michael Duff, and Scottish footballer Charlie Duff. The name also appears in literature, with William Shakespeare’s character Lady Macduff from Macbeth.