Devoe

Meaning

From the village or place name, possibly related to 'de voe' meaning 'from the bog' or low-lying area.

Etymology

The surname likely derives from a Dutch or Flemish topographic element 'voe' referring to a marshy or boggy location. The prefix 'de' indicates origin from that place, a common Dutch naming convention.

About the Devoe Surname

A Dutch or Flemish topographic surname indicating origin from a boggy or low-lying area. The name appears in early American colonial records, suggesting Dutch settlement patterns in New York.

Distribution

Primarily found in the United States and Netherlands, with historical presence in New York and surrounding regions.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation; primarily found in genealogical records.

People with the Devoe Surname