About Poelma
The surname Poelma is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "poel," meaning "pool" or "pond" in Dutch. It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer of the name either lived near a pool or pond or was associated with such a geographical feature. The suffix "-ma" is a common patronymic ending in Dutch surnames, indicating "son of." Therefore, Poelma can be interpreted to mean "son of the one who lived near a pool or pond."
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The surname Poelma is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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