Ten Eyck

Topographic

Meaning

From the oak tree; literally 'ten' (the) and 'eyck' (oak).

Etymology

A Dutch topographic surname derived from 'ten eik' meaning 'at the oak tree.' The name originated in the Netherlands and was brought to North America by Dutch settlers.

About the Ten Eyck Surname

A Dutch surname preserving the original Dutch language structure with the definite article 'ten.' The name reflects Dutch colonial heritage in North America.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily found in New York and other areas of Dutch colonial settlement in North America.

Notable Bearers

Barent Ten Eyck Jacob Ten Eyck

People with the Ten Eyck Surname

John Ten Eyck

1814–1879 Hon. New Jersey