About Kooistra
The surname Kooistra is of Dutch origin and is derived from the occupational name "kooi" meaning "cage" or "coop" and the suffix "-stra" indicating a street or a road. Therefore, the surname Kooistra likely originated as a name for someone who lived or worked near a cage or coop, or it could have been an occupational name for someone who made or sold cages.
The surname Kooistra is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Kooistra based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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