VAN DER VELDE
Also recorded as Van Der Velde, Vander Velde, Vandervelde, vander Velde
Van Der Velde
Van Der Velde is a Dutch surname that can also be found among British families of Dutch origin. The name "Van Der Velde" is of toponymic origin, meaning it comes from a place name. In this case, it likely refers to a location in the Netherlands. The prefix "Van Der" translates to "of the" or "from the" in Dutch, suggesting that the family may have originated in or been associated with a place called Velde.
Families bearing the surname Van Der Velde have a notable presence in the Netherlands, where the surname is most commonly found. However, due to historical connections between the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, some individuals with the surname Van Der Velde have established themselves in Britain.
The name Van Der Velde often indicates a Dutch ancestry and heritage. Individuals with this surname in the UK may have ancestral ties to the Netherlands, reflecting the historical movement of people between the two countries. The presence of the Van Der Velde surname in Britain is a reminder of the enduring links and exchanges between the two nations over the centuries.
There are approximately 79 people named van der Velde in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named van der Velde.