About Kloosterman
The surname Kloosterman is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "klooster," meaning "monastery" in Dutch, and the suffix "-man," indicating a person. Therefore, the surname Kloosterman is likely to have originated as an occupational name for someone who worked at or lived near a monastery. It could have been used to denote a monk, a lay brother, or someone who provided services to the monastery.
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The surname Kloosterman is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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