DRIESSEN
Driessen
Driessen is a surname of Dutch origin, commonly found in the Netherlands and Belgium. However, some individuals carrying the surname can also be traced back to British ancestry, particularly due to historical movements and migration patterns between the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
The surname Driessen is derived from the given name Dries, which is a short form of the name Andries, a Dutch equivalent of Andrew. The suffix "-sen" is a common patronymic element in Dutch surnames, indicating "son of Dries" or "son of Andrew".
Individuals bearing the surname Driessen may have diverse ancestral backgrounds and family histories. Researching one's genealogy and lineage can provide more insight into the specific origins and connections of the Driessen surname within a family.
In contemporary society, the surname Driessen is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom compared to its prevalence in Dutch-speaking regions. Nonetheless, those with the Driessen surname may have a unique and rich heritage that ties back to Dutch and Belgian roots.
There are approximately 54 people named Driessen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Driessen.