DeVries

Meaning

Son of Vrij or from the free land.

Etymology

Derived from Dutch 'de' (of/from) and 'Vries' (free, or the name Vrij). The surname may originate as a patronymic from the personal name Vrij or as a topographic reference to free or uncultivated land.

About the DeVries Surname

A Dutch patronymic or topographic surname with medieval origins in the Low Countries. The name is one of the most common surnames in the Netherlands and reflects the Dutch naming tradition.

Distribution

Predominantly found in the Netherlands, Belgium, and among Dutch diaspora communities in South Africa, Canada, and the United States.

Notable Bearers

Peter De Vries (American novelist), Rogier de Vries (Dutch footballer)