There are
828
Vanderwerffs in the USA
Vanderwerff is the
28746th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Vanderwerff

JohnVanderwerff

John Vanderwerff was a Dutch architect known for his modernist architectural designs in the 20th century.

SarahVanderwerff

Sarah Vanderwerff is an American journalist and news anchor, known for her work on the national morning show 'Good Morning America.'

PeterVanderwerff

Peter Vanderwerff was a Dutch painter active during the Golden Age of Dutch painting, known for his landscapes and still-life paintings.

ElizabethVanderwerff

Elizabeth Vanderwerff is an American actress, best known for her role in the Broadway musical 'Hamilton.'

JacobVanderwerff

Jacob Vanderwerff was a Dutch poet and writer, known for his lyrical poetry and contributions to Dutch literature in the 18th century.

AnnaVanderwerff

Anna Vanderwerff is a Dutch politician and member of the House of Representatives, belonging to the Green Party.

ThomasVanderwerff

Thomas Vanderwerff is a Canadian musician and composer, known for his experimental electronic music compositions.

LauraVanderwerff

Laura Vanderwerff is an American fashion designer and founder of the luxury fashion brand 'Vanderwerff Couture.'

MichaelVanderwerff

Michael Vanderwerff is a South African rugby player, known for representing the national team in international competitions.

RebeccaVanderwerff

Rebecca Vanderwerff is a Dutch historian and author, specializing in the history of the Dutch Golden Age.

Vanderwerff Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Vanderwerff' is of Dutch origin. It is derived from the combination of the prefix 'van der' meaning 'of the' and the word 'werff' meaning 'wharf' or 'dockyard.' It was originally used to denote someone who lived near or worked at a wharf or dockyard.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Vanderwerff' is primarily found in the Netherlands, with significant concentrations in the provinces of Friesland and Groningen. There are also smaller populations of Vanderwerffs in the United States and Canada.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Vanderwerff' include 'Van Der Werff,' 'Van Der Werf,' 'Vanderwiev,' 'Vanderwelle,' 'Vandervlier,' 'Vanderplaats,' 'Vanderwarf,' 'Vanderwarf,' and 'Vanderwal.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Vanderwerff' has been carried by Dutch immigrants to various countries, including the United States and Canada, especially during periods of Dutch colonization and economic emigration.