Helfand is a surname meaning "elephant" in Yiddish. Notable people with the surname include:
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David Helfand, American astronomer
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Jessica Helfand
Jessica Helfand (born 1960 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an artist, writer, and designer. A founding editor of the Design Observer, she is the author of numerous books on visual and cultural criticism.
Early life and education
Born in Philad ...
, designer, author, and educator
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Lev Borisovich Helfand, Soviet diplomat
See also
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Gelfand
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Gelfond
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Helfant Helfant is a surname meaning "elephant" in the Yiddish language. Notable people with the surname include:
* Adam Helfant, sports executive
* Edwin Helfant
Edwin Helfant (12 April 1926 Margate City, New Jersey – 15 February 1978 Ducktown ...
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Surnames of Jewish origin
Yiddish-language surnames