About Brethouwer
The surname Brethouwer is of Dutch origin and is derived from the occupational name "Brethouwer," meaning "bread cutter" or "bread slicer" in English. It is likely that the name was originally given to someone who worked in a bakery or was involved in the production or distribution of bread. The name may also have been used to denote someone who was responsible for slicing or cutting bread in a household or communal setting.
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The surname Brethouwer is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Brethouwer based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Brethouwer in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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