VENTER
Venter
Venter is a British surname that is believed to have originated from the Netherlands. The name is derived from the Dutch word "venter," meaning "belly" or "stomach."
The Venter surname is not widely spread in the United Kingdom, with the majority of bearers believed to have ancestral ties to the Netherlands or South Africa. In South Africa, the surname Venter is more common and is borne by both English and Afrikaner families.
The meaning and origin of the Venter surname reflect occupations related to food or goods, as "venter" historically referred to one who sold provisions or was involved in trade. Variations of the Venter surname can also be found, such as "Venters" or "Van der Venter," reflecting different branches and offshoots of the family.
Notable individuals with the surname Venter include scientists, academics, and professionals who have made significant contributions in their respective fields, adding to the legacy of the Venter name.
There are approximately 908 people named Venter in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,948th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named Venter.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andre
- Daniel
- Derek
- Grant
- Jacques
- Johan
- Johannes
- John
- Louis
- Pieter
- Ryan
- Willem
Female
- Belinda
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Jan
- Juliet
- Karen
- Lisa
- Magrieta
- Michelle
- Natalie
- Nicole
- Sarah
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.