Vandervelder

Meaning

One who lived by or worked with fields near a dyke or embankment.

Etymology

From Dutch 'van der' (of the) combined with 'veld' (field) and the agent suffix '-er'. The name likely originated in the Low Countries where water management and field work were central to survival.

About the Vandervelder Surname

A Dutch topographic surname indicating residence near or occupation related to fields and water management infrastructure. The name reflects the geography and economic activities of the Low Countries.

Distribution

Primarily found in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Dutch diaspora communities.

Notable Bearers

Unknown or obscure

People with the Vandervelder Surname