Stoffel is a Dutch-language given name and German-language surname derived from a

diminutive A diminutive is a root word that has been modified to convey a slighter degree of its root meaning, either to convey the smallness of the object or quality named, or to convey a sense of intimacy or endearment. A (abbreviated ) is a word-formati ...

of a reduced form of

Christoffer Christopher is the English language, English version of a Europe-wide name derived from the Greek language, Greek name Χριστόφορος (''Christophoros'' or ''Christoforos''). The constituent parts are Χριστός (''Christós''), "Jesus ...

. Like the related '' Stoffer'' it has thus emerged from the medieval personal name of Greek origin ''

Christopher Christopher is the English language, English version of a Europe-wide name derived from the Greek language, Greek name Χριστόφορος (''Christophoros'' or ''Christoforos''). The constituent parts are Χριστός (''Christós''), "Jesus ...

'' with the literal meaning "bearer of christ". Notable people with the name include:

Given name

Stoffel Botha Jan Christoffel Greyling "Stoffel" Botha (1929–1998) was a South African politician, a member of the National Party, served as member of Parliament (elected representative of the Eshowe constituency in 1974), administrator of Natal Province ...

(1929–1998), South African politician *

Stoffel Muller Stoffel Muller (1776 – 3 August 1833) was a Dutchman who led a small Protestant sect in the early nineteenth century. Known as the Zwijndrechtse nieuwlichters, the sect was later said to have had a communist ideology; it resisted civil government ...

(1776–1833), Dutch Protestant religious leader * Stoffel du Plessis (1932–2000), South African middleweight boxer * Stoffel Steyn (born 1941), South African boxer *

Stoffel Vandoorne Stoffel Vandoorne (born 26 March 1992) is a Belgian professional racing driver who is currently racing for Dragon Racing in Formula E. He had previously competed in Formula One for McLaren from 2016 to 2018. He is currently a test driver of M ...

(born 1992), Belgian professional racing driver

Surname

* Alice Stoffel (1905–1983), French swimmer *

André Ernesto Stoffel André Ernesto Stoffel, also commonly known simply as André (born 9 April 1960) is a Brazilian former professional basketball player. Career During his pro club career, Stoffel won 4 Brazilian Championships, in the seasons 1982, 1985, 1986 ( ...

(born 1960), Brazilian former basketball player * Charles Stoffel (1893–1970), Swiss sportsman *

Dale Stoffel Dale C. Stoffel (November 18, 1961 – December 8, 2004) was an American businessman and arms dealer who was involved with the American reconstruction efforts following the Iraq War. After alerting the Pentagon to corruption and payment irregular ...

(1961–2004), American businessman and arms dealer *

Jacob Stoffel Jr. Jacob Stoffel Jr. (July 2, 1861 – March 30, 1927) was an American businessman and politician. Born in Racine, Wisconsin, Stoffel went to the public schools and to the Parson Business College. Stoffel was in the dry goods business and was in ...

(1861–1927), American businessman and politician *

Josy Stoffel Josy Stoffel (27 June 1928 – 9 March 2021) was a Luxembourgish gymnast. He was born in Differdange. He participated in five consecutive editions of the Summer Olympic Games (1948, 1952, 1956, 1960, 1964), but never won a medal. Nonetheless, St ...

(born 1928), Luxembourgian gymnast * Michel Stoffel (1903–1963), Luxembourg artist and author * Yvonne Stoffel-Wagener (1931–2014), Luxembourgian gymnast

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