There are
727
Bruinsmas in the USA
Bruinsma is the
31754th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Bruinsma

GeorgBruinsma

Georg Bruinsma was a Dutch football player who played as a defender for various clubs, including FC Groningen and SC Heerenveen.

DirkBruinsma

Dirk Bruinsma was a Dutch politician and member of the Socialist Party, serving as a member of the House of Representatives from 1998 to 2002.

KlaasBruinsma

Klaas Bruinsma was a notorious Dutch drug lord and organized crime figure, known for his involvement in the drug trade and violent criminal activities.

JanBruinsma

Jan Bruinsma was a Dutch artist known for his abstract paintings that explored themes of color, shape, and movement.

RinsBruinsma

Rins Bruinsma was a Dutch swimmer who specialized in breaststroke events and represented the Netherlands in international competitions.

FritsBruinsma

Frits Bruinsma was a Dutch businessman and entrepreneur who founded the supermarket chain Jumbo Supermarkten.

MaraBruinsma

Mara Bruinsma is a Dutch fashion model who has walked the runways for top fashion brands and appeared in international fashion magazines.

HendrikBruinsma

Hendrik Bruinsma was a Dutch politician and member of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy, serving as a member of the House of Representatives and later as a Minister.

EllyBruinsma

Elly Bruinsma is a Dutch actress known for her roles in Dutch films and television series, including 'Van God Los' and 'Flikken Maastricht.'

PieterBruinsma

Pieter Bruinsma was a Dutch speed skater who won several medals in international competitions, including the Winter Olympics.

Bruinsma Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Bruinsma' is of Dutch origin. It is derived from the Dutch word 'bruin,' which means 'brown.' The suffix 'sma' indicates the son of Bruinsma, making it a patronymic surname.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Bruinsma' is primarily found in the Netherlands, particularly in the province of Friesland. It is less common in other parts of the country.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Bruinsma' include 'Bruins,' 'Bruinsema,' and 'Bruinsman.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere have been limited records of migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Bruinsma.' However, some Dutch immigrants with the surname may have settled in other countries, particularly during periods of Dutch colonization and exploration.