Save Type Surname (from occupation) Usage German Pronounced Pron. KEE-fu [key·IPA] Meaning & History Occupational name for a barrel maker, derived from Old High German kuofa meaning "barrel". Related NamesDetails Other Languages & CulturesCuijper, Cuijpers, Cuyper, Cuypers, Kuijpers, Kuiper, Kuipers(Dutch) Cooper, Coupe(English) Same SpellingKiefer 1 Categories craftsmanship, tools