About Dekker
The surname Dekker is of Dutch origin and is derived from the Dutch word "dekker" which means "thatcher" or "roofer." It was originally an occupational name given to people who worked as thatchers or roofers, indicating their profession. The name Dekker is common in the Netherlands and is often associated with individuals who were involved in the construction or maintenance of roofs.
Explore your ancestry and health insights with exclusive savings.
Save 15%-60% this holiday season
The surname Dekker is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dekker based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Dekker is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Dekker in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Dekker using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.