There are
513
Kooikers in the USA
Kooiker is the
42308th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kooiker

JohnKooiker

John Kooiker was a Dutch footballer who played as a forward for several clubs in the Netherlands during the 1950s and 1960s.

PeterKooiker

Peter Kooiker is a Dutch politician who served as a member of the House of Representatives from 2012 to 2017.

HenkKooiker

Henk Kooiker is a Dutch speed skater and Olympic bronze medalist. He competed in the 1976 Winter Olympics.

JohanKooiker

Johan Kooiker is a Dutch chess player and International Master. He has represented the Netherlands in several international chess tournaments.

AnnieKooiker

Annie Kooiker is a Dutch writer and poet known for her works that explore themes of nature, love, and identity.

JanKooiker

Jan Kooiker is a Dutch artist and painter known for his realistic landscapes and seascapes.

EvaKooiker

Eva Kooiker is a Dutch actress and television presenter who has appeared in various Dutch television shows and films.

HendrikKooiker

Hendrik Kooiker was a Dutch resistance fighter during World War II who played a significant role in sabotaging German military operations.

MarieKooiker

Marie Kooiker is a Dutch entrepreneur and founder of a successful fashion brand that specializes in sustainable and ethical clothing.

KeesKooiker

Kees Kooiker is a Dutch journalist and television presenter who has hosted several popular Dutch television programs.

Kooiker Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kooiker' is of Dutch origin and is derived from the occupation of 'kooiker,' which refers to a person who operates a waterfowl trap or decoy. The name is derived from the Dutch word 'kooi,' meaning 'cage' or 'trap,' and 'ker,' which means 'someone who does.' The surname likely originated as a occupational surname for people involved in the trapping or management of waterfowl.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kooiker' is most commonly found in the Netherlands, particularly in the provinces of Drenthe and Overijssel. It also has a presence in other Dutch-speaking regions such as Belgium.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kooiker' include 'Kooyker,' 'Koijker,' and 'Koiker.' These variations may be attributed to regional dialects and spelling differences over time.
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of individuals with the surname 'Kooiker' have primarily been within the Dutch-speaking regions of the Netherlands and Belgium. There may have been some migration to other countries as a result of economic or political factors, but it is not a widespread occurrence.