There are
590
Verstraetes in the USA
Verstraete is the
37691st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Verstraete

DavidVerstraete

David Verstraete is a Belgian political scientist and author known for his work on political parties.

AnVerstraete

An Verstraete is a Belgian gymnast who competed in the 1988 Summer Olympics.

EduardVerstraete

Eduard Verstraete was a Belgian footballer who played as a midfielder for various teams in the Belgian Pro League.

KarlVerstraete

Karl Verstraete is a Belgian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

ElisaVerstraete

Elisa Verstraete is a Belgian-born Australian fashion designer known for her sustainable and ethical fashion practices.

IngridVerstraete

Ingrid Verstraete is a Belgian artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed media artwork.

LucVerstraete

Luc Verstraete is a Belgian architect known for his modernist designs and sustainable architecture.

MartinVerstraete

Martin Verstraete is a Belgian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder.

JanVerstraete

Jan Verstraete is a Belgian comics artist and illustrator known for his work on various comic book series.

CarlaVerstraete

Carla Verstraete is a Belgian author and academic known for her research on language and identity.

Verstraete Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Verstraete' is of Dutch origin and is a variation of the surname 'Verstraeten'. It is derived from the combination of the Dutch words 'ver' meaning 'far' and 'straat' meaning 'street', indicating that the original bearer of the surname lived on a street that was considered far from the main center or town.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Verstraete' is primarily found in Belgium and the Netherlands, where it has its roots. It may also be found in other countries with significant Dutch communities, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Verstraete' include 'Verstraten', 'Verstraeten', 'Verstreate', 'Verstretn', 'Verstraett', 'Verstraettin', 'Verstraethen', 'Verstrathen', 'Verstrathe', and 'Verstraethin'.
Migration and ImmigrationDue to the Dutch colonial presence in countries like Indonesia and Suriname, people with the surname 'Verstraete' may have migrated to these regions during colonial times. Additionally, individuals with the surname may have immigrated to other countries in search of economic opportunities or to join family members who had previously settled there.