There are
618
Declercqs in the USA
Declercq is the
36246th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Declercq

HendrikDe

Hendrik De Clerck (1560-1630) was a Flemish painter and architect, known for his decorative paintings and tapestries.

LucDe

Luc De Clerck (b. 1953) is a Belgian cyclist who won the bronze medal in the team pursuit at the 1976 Summer Olympics.

PhilippeDe

Philippe De Clerck (b. 1955) is a Belgian businessman and entrepreneur, known for his work in the textile industry.

JoDe

Jo De Clercq (b. 1986) is a Belgian football player, currently playing as a midfielder for KSV Roeselare.

FrançoisDe

François De Clerck (1903-1990) was a Belgian psychologist and professor, known for his research on cognitive psychology.

SophieDe

Sophie De Clerck (b. 1978) is a Belgian actress, known for her roles in various Belgian films and television series.

EugèneDe

Eugène De Clerck (1847-1914) was a Belgian painter, known for his landscape and genre paintings.

PierreDe

Pierre De Clercq (b. 1948) is a Belgian historian and professor emeritus, known for his work on medieval history and culture.

BartDe

Bart De Clercq (b. 1986) is a Belgian professional road bicycle racer, known for his successes in various cycling races.

WimDeclercq

Wim Declercq (b. 1969) is a Belgian mathematician and professor, known for his contributions to algebraic geometry.

Declercq Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Declercq' is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word 'klerk', meaning 'clerk' or 'scribe'. It was originally an occupational surname for someone who worked as a clerk or scribe.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Declercq' is most commonly found in Belgium and the Netherlands, where it originated. It can also be found in other parts of Europe and in countries with significant Dutch or Belgian populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Declercq' include 'De Clercq', 'De Clerque', 'De Clerk', 'De Klerk', 'De Clerck', 'De Klerck', 'De Klercq', 'Declerek', 'Deleu', and 'Declerck'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Declercq' have migrated and immigrated to various countries throughout history, particularly during periods of political and economic changes in Europe. Many have settled in countries such as Canada, the United States, Australia, and South Africa.