There are
558
Goossenss in the USA
Goossens is the
39419th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Goossens

PeterGoossens

Peter Goossens is a renowned Belgian chef and restaurateur, known for his three-Michelin-starred restaurant Hof van Cleve.

HuibrechtGoossens

Huibrecht Goossens was a Dutch professional road cyclist and track cyclist who competed in the 1928 Summer Olympics.

LaurentGoossens

Laurent Goossens is a Belgian former professional racing cyclist who competed in the 1988 Summer Olympics.

JanGoossens

Jan Goossens is a Belgian cultural producer and artistic director, known for his work at the KVS (Royal Flemish Theatre) in Brussels.

SarahGoossens

Sarah Goossens is a Belgian television presenter and journalist, known for her work on several news and entertainment programs.

XavierGoossens

Xavier Goossens is a Belgian politician and member of the European Parliament, affiliated with the New Flemish Alliance party.

CarloGoossens

Carlo Goossens is a Belgian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder for several Belgian clubs.

CaroneGoossens

Carone Goossens was a Belgian flutist and conductor, famous for his orchestral recordings and performances.

RenéGoossens

René Goossens was a Belgian painter known for his realist and impressionist landscapes and cityscapes.

JokeGoossens

Joke Goossens is a Belgian fashion designer, known for her avant-garde and innovative designs.

Goossens Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Goossens' is of Dutch origin and is derived from the given name 'Goossen,' which is a variant of 'Goos,' a diminutive of 'Govert' or 'Govaart.' The name 'Goos' itself is derived from the Middle Dutch word 'goe,' meaning 'good' or 'kind.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Goossens' is most commonly found in Belgium, the Netherlands, and other Dutch-speaking regions. It may also be found among Dutch communities in other countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Goossens' include 'Gossens,' 'Goosens,' 'Goosses,' 'Goosse,' 'Goossie,' 'Goosie,' 'Gosen,' and 'Gozen.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Goossens' may have been carried by Dutch immigrants to other countries, particularly during periods of Dutch colonialism and economic migration.