TheNameDBTen Eyck
TopographicMeaning
From the oak tree; literally 'ten' (the) and 'eyck' (oak).
Etymology
A Dutch topographic surname derived from 'ten eik' meaning 'at the oak tree.' The name originated in the Netherlands and was brought to North America by Dutch settlers.
About the Ten Eyck Surname
A Dutch surname preserving the original Dutch language structure with the definite article 'ten.' The name reflects Dutch colonial heritage in North America.
Distribution
Primarily found in New York and other areas of Dutch colonial settlement in North America.
Notable Bearers
Barent Ten Eyck, Jacob Ten Eyck