Van Wych

Meaning

From the dwelling or settlement area.

Etymology

Dutch 'van' (from) combined with 'wych' or 'wich,' derived from Old English and Dutch elements meaning settlement or dwelling. The surname reflects mixed Dutch and English linguistic influences.

About the Van Wych Surname

A Dutch surname with possible English linguistic elements, indicating a settlement or dwelling place. The name reflects the linguistic blending that occurred in Dutch colonial America.

Distribution

Primarily found in New York and surrounding areas with Dutch colonial heritage.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation; primarily genealogical records

People with the Van Wych Surname