Surname · Dutch origin
De Vries
Meaning
The surname De Vries means The Frisian.
Origin
Dutch
Type
toponymic
The origin of the surname De Vries
De Vries means “the Frisian,” someone from Friesland.
What kind of surname is De Vries?
De Vries is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from. It belongs to the Dutch naming tradition — you can read how Dutch surnames were formed on our Dutch last names page.
Other Dutch surnames
Other toponymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname De Vries mean?
The surname De Vries means The Frisian. De Vries means “the Frisian,” someone from Friesland.
Where does the surname De Vries come from?
De Vries is a surname of Dutch origin.
What kind of surname is De Vries?
De Vries is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from.
What are other Dutch surnames?
Other Dutch surnames include Bakker, Bos, De Boer, De Groot, De Jong, Hendriks.