DE VOS
Recorded variant spellings include De Vos, De-Vos, Devos
This is a prefixed surname which is sometimes recorded without the prefix. See also Vos
Devos
Devos is a British surname with roots in Belgium and the Netherlands. The name comes from the Dutch word "de Vos," meaning "the fox". It is believed that the surname was originally given to individuals who had fox-like characteristics, such as cunning or agility.
The Devos surname can be traced back to the medieval period when surnames were adopted to distinguish between individuals with similar first names. Over the centuries, the surname Devos has spread to various parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, where it is now found among British families.
Individuals with the surname Devos have made notable contributions in various fields, including arts, sciences, business, and politics. The name has also been associated with families known for their entrepreneurial spirit and philanthropic endeavours.
Today, the Devos surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the legacy of the fox-like qualities that inspired its origin.
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There are approximately 298 people named de Vos in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named de Vos.
Famous people named de Vos
- Betsy DeVos - 11th United States Secretary of Education
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.