TheNameDBVan Vliet
TopographicMeaning
From the lowland or flat area.
Etymology
Dutch 'van' (from) combined with 'vliet,' meaning a small stream or lowland area. The surname originated in the Netherlands and was brought to North America by Dutch colonists.
About the Van Vliet Surname
A Dutch topographic surname referring to lowland or marshy areas common in the Netherlands. The name reflects the geography of the Dutch homeland and was carried to America during the colonial period.
Distribution
Found primarily in New York, New Jersey, and other areas of Dutch colonial settlement in North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers; primarily genealogical records