About Vanderkooy
The surname Vanderkooy is of Dutch origin and is derived from the combination of the prefix "Van" meaning "from" or "of" and the word "der" meaning "the" or "of the." The second part of the name, "Kooy," refers to a "cage" or "enclosure." Therefore, the surname Vanderkooy can be interpreted to mean "from the cage" or "of the enclosure." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who lived near or worked with cages or enclosures, such as a birdkeeper or a person involved in animal husbandry.
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The surname Vanderkooy is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Vanderkooy based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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