There are
776
Bruinss in the USABruins is the
30202nd
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Bruins
MinyBruins
Miny Bruins Slot (1924–2012) was a Dutch resistance fighter during World War II. She was involved in helping Jewish people find hiding places and providing them with false identification papers.SendiBruins
Sendi Bruins (born 1965) is a Surinamese-Dutch former sprinter. She represented the Netherlands in international athletics competitions and won several medals.VanDer
Van Der Bruins is a fictional character in the Dutch novel 'The Discovery of Heaven' by Harry Mulisch. He is a scholar who plays a pivotal role in the story.LeoBruins
Leo Bruins (1914–2010) was a Dutch footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He was part of the Dutch national team in the 1930s and represented various clubs in the Netherlands.DionBruinsma
Dion Bruinsma is a Dutch television personality and presenter. He has hosted several popular TV shows in the Netherlands and is known for his energetic and humorous style.StevenBruins
Steven Bruins (born 1969) is a Canadian former ice hockey player. He played for several teams in the National Hockey League (NHL) and was known for his defensive skills.SashaBruins
Sasha Bruins is a fictional character in the Dutch TV series 'Goede Tijden, Slechte Tijden.' She is portrayed by actress Melissa Drost and has been part of the show since 2016.RoyBruins
Roy Bruins is a Dutch professional motorcycle racer. He has competed in various international racing championships and has achieved notable results.FelixBruins
Felix Bruins is a Dutch entrepreneur and CEO of a successful tech company. He is known for his innovative approach to business and has been recognized for his achievements.LauraBruins
Laura Bruins (born 1992) is a Dutch fashion designer. She has showcased her collections at fashion shows in major cities and has received critical acclaim for her creative designs.Bruins Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'Bruins' is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word 'bruin,' which means 'brown' in Dutch. It may have originally been a nickname given to someone with brown hair, eyes, or complexion.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Bruins' is primarily found in the Netherlands, with concentrations in regions such as Groningen, Friesland, and Drenthe. It is less common outside of the Netherlands.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Bruins' include 'Van Bruins,' 'De Bruins,' 'Bruinsen,' 'Bruin,' 'Bruinsma,' 'Bruinsel,' 'Bruinsing,' 'Bruinslot,' 'Bruinsbroek,' and 'Bruinsman.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Bruins' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of Dutch colonization and economic opportunities. There are Dutch communities and descendants of Dutch immigrants in countries such as the United States, Canada, South Africa, and Australia.