About Zeilstra
The surname Zeilstra is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "zeil," meaning "sail" in English. It is believed to have originated as an occupational name for someone involved in sailing or working with sails, such as a sailmaker or a sailor. The suffix "-stra" is a common element in Dutch surnames, indicating a place of origin or residence. Therefore, Zeilstra likely refers to someone who lived near or worked with sails in a particular place.
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The surname Zeilstra is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zeilstra 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 Zeilstra in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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