Last Name Poortinga

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The meaning and origin of the last name Poortinga

The surname Poortinga is of Dutch origin and is derived from the word "poort," meaning gate in Dutch. It is believed to have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived near a gate or entrance to a town or village. The suffix "-inga" is a common patronymic ending in Dutch surnames, indicating descent from a particular ancestor or family line. Therefore, the surname Poortinga likely originated as a means to denote someone who lived by a gate or entrance and was descended from a family associated with that location. Over time, the surname would have been passed down through generations, eventually becoming a hereditary family name.

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