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![Show Contents]() Vanderpool History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
The German surname Vanderpool is of occupational origin, based on the trade or profession of the original bearer. In this instance, the name can be traced to the Old Germanic word 'pol', meaning "a small lake on a tract of land," suggesting that the name would be given to one who farmed such land. The surname may also have originated in a nickname. In this case, it would be a diminutive of the Old German word "bohl" meaning "friend." The suffix 'mann' is very common in surnames of Germanic origin, and was usually used to denote ownership. Early Origins of the Vanderpool familyThe surname Vanderpool was first found in northern Germany, where the name was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society which would become prominent throughout European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs. An early mention of the name is Petrus Pollmann, who was registered at the University of Cologne in 1637. Early History of the Vanderpool familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vanderpool research. Another 67 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1713, 1740, 1819, 1826, 1838, 1887, 1896 and 1897 are included under the topic Early Vanderpool History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vanderpool Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Poll, Polle, Pollmann, Pollman, Pohl, Pohlmann and others. Early Notables of the Vanderpool familyAnother 49 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Vanderpool Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vanderpool RankingIn the United States, the name Vanderpool is the 5,216th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1
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Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Vanderpool Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Oakley Vanderpool, who settled in New York, NY in 1848
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- Daniel Isom Vanderpool (1891-1988), American minister and general superintendent in the Church of the Nazarene
- Daven "Prestige" Vanderpool, American Rap & R&B producer
- Clare Vanderpool (b. 1965), American children's author
- Syd “The Jewel” Vanderpool (b. 1972), Canadian North American Boxing Organization champion
- J. P. Vanderpool, American politician, Mayor of Okmulgee, Oklahoma, 1955-56 2
- Beach Vanderpool, American politician, Mayor of Newark, New Jersey, 1846-48; Member of New Jersey State House of Assembly from Essex County, 1851-52 2
- Alex Vanderpool, Bahamian international soccer player
- Fitzroy "Fitz The Whip" Vanderpool (b. 1967), Canadian professional boxer
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