Van Voorhis

Meaning

From the front house or forward dwelling.

Etymology

Dutch 'van' (from) combined with 'voor' (front/forward) and 'huis' (house). The surname likely indicated a house situated in a prominent or forward position in a settlement.

About the Van Voorhis Surname

A Dutch locative surname describing the position of a dwelling or property. The name reflects Dutch settlement patterns and architectural terminology from the colonial period.

Distribution

Primarily located in New York and New Jersey, with scattered presence in other northeastern states.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation

People with the Van Voorhis Surname