There are
811
Kerkhoffs in the USA
Kerkhoff is the
29198th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kerkhoff

JoachimKerkhoff

Joachim Kerkhoff was a German painter and illustrator known for his nature paintings and landscapes.

WilhelminaKerkhoff

Wilhelmina Kerkhoff was a Dutch resistance fighter during World War II and played a crucial role in hiding and saving Jewish children.

StevenKerkhoff

Steven Kerkhoff is an American engineer and entrepreneur known for his contributions to the development of renewable energy technologies.

HeidiKerkhoff

Heidi Kerkhoff is a German actress known for her roles in several popular television shows and films.

HansKerkhoff

Hans Kerkhoff was a Dutch football player and coach who had a successful career in the Dutch Eredivisie.

AnnelieseKerkhoff

Anneliese Kerkhoff was a German archaeologist who made significant discoveries in ancient Roman ruins.

PeterKerkhoff

Peter Kerkhoff is an Australian musician and composer known for his experimental electronic music.

AngelaKerkhoff

Angela Kerkhoff is a Canadian writer and poet known for her award-winning novels and poetry collections.

LenaKerkhoff

Lena Kerkhoff is a Danish fashion designer who has created unique and avant-garde clothing collections.

WolfgangKerkhoff

Wolfgang Kerkhoff is a German politician who served as a member of the Bundestag and held various governmental positions.

Kerkhoff Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kerkhoff' is of Dutch origin and is derived from the combination of 'kerk' (church) and 'hof' (court or yard). It likely originated as a toponymic surname for someone who lived near or worked at a church.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kerkhoff' is most commonly found in the Netherlands, where it originated. It is also found in smaller numbers in Germany and other countries with Dutch heritage or immigration.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kerkhoff' include 'Van Kerkhoff,' 'Vanderkolk,' 'Kerkove,' 'Van Kerkhove,' 'Van Kerckove,' 'Van Kerckhoven,' 'Kerkovius,' 'Kerkhoffdepadol,' 'Kerkhof le Blutcq,' and 'Van Kerckhoven.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Kerkhoff' has been carried by immigrants from the Netherlands to other countries, particularly during significant migration waves in the 19th and 20th centuries. This includes emigration to the United States, Canada, and other countries with Dutch immigrant communities.