TheNameDBGutphen
TopographicMeaning
A surname possibly derived from a place name, though the exact meaning is uncertain.
Etymology
The name may derive from a Dutch or Germanic place name, potentially combining elements such as 'gut' (good) with a location element. The precise etymology and meaning remain unclear due to limited historical documentation.
About the Gutphen Surname
A Dutch or Germanic surname of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a place name. The name remains relatively obscure with limited historical records.
Distribution
Found primarily in the Netherlands and German-speaking regions, with limited diaspora communities.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation