About Bruinsma
The surname Bruinsma is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "bruin," meaning "brown" in Dutch, and the suffix "-sma," which indicates a profession or occupation. Therefore, the surname Bruinsma is believed to have originally referred to someone who worked with or had a connection to the color brown, such as a dyer or a tanner. Over time, it has become a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Bruinsma is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bruinsma 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 Bruinsma in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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