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Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage Dutch
Pronounced Pron. vahn-MEH-ree-ən-boor  [key]
Other Forms FormsVan Merriënboer, Van Merriénboer, Van Merrinboer, Merriënboer, Mierrienboer

Meaning & History

Occupational name for a mare farmer, derived from Middle Dutch merrie meaning "mare (female horse)" and boer meaning "peasant, farmer".
Added 10/29/2024 by General9696
Edited 10/29/2024 by General9696