About Koetje
The surname Koetje is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "koetje," which means "little cow" in Dutch. It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of someone named Koetje. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who had characteristics associated with a cow, such as being strong or stubborn. Over time, the surname became hereditary and passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Koetje can be found primarily in the Netherlands and among Dutch communities around the world.
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The surname Koetje is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Koetje 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 Koetje in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Koetje using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.