Van Rennselaer

Meaning

From the Dutch 'van' (of/from) combined with 'Rennselaer,' a place name referring to a region or estate.

Etymology

The surname combines the Dutch prefix 'van' with 'Rennselaer,' derived from a Dutch place name. The name was established in New York during the colonial period as a prominent family name.

About the Van Rennselaer Surname

A prominent Dutch colonial surname associated with a major landowning family in New York. The name represents one of the most significant Dutch family names in American colonial history.

Distribution

Primarily found in New York, particularly in the Hudson Valley region, with secondary populations throughout the northeastern United States.

Notable Bearers

Van Rensselaer family (prominent in New York colonial history)

People with the Van Rennselaer Surname