There are
1082
Froeses in the USA
Froese is the
23485th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Froese

LewisFroese

Lewis Froese was a Canadian politician who served as the Member of Parliament for Crowfoot from 1984 to 1993. He was a member of the Progressive Conservative Party.

NolanFroese

Nolan Froese is a Canadian professional ice hockey forward. He played in the National Hockey League for the Nashville Predators and the St. Louis Blues.

CorneliusFroese

Cornelius Froese is a German professional footballer who currently plays for SSV Jahn Regensburg. He primarily plays as a midfielder.

AndreaFroese

Andrea Froese is a Canadian synchronized swimmer who competed at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia.

TinaFroese

Tina Froese is a German former swimmer who specialized in the freestyle events. She won multiple medals at the European Championships and represented Germany at the Olympic Games.

JanFroese

Jan Froese is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He played as a forward in the American Hockey League and the International Hockey League.

RudiFroese

Rudi Froese is a German musician and composer best known as a founding member of the electronic music band 'Tangerine Dream.'

DavidFroese

David Froese is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. He played as a goaltender in the National Hockey League for the Boston Bruins.

MonikaFroese

Monika Froese is a German former swimmer who competed in the backstroke events. She represented Germany at the European Championships and the Olympic Games.

JohannFroese

Johann Froese is a Canadian author and professor, known for his work on Christian theology and ethics. He has written several books on the subject.

Froese Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Froese' is of Low German origin and is primarily found among Mennonite communities of Dutch and German heritage. It is derived from the Old Dutch word 'vrose,' meaning 'frost.' The name may have originated as a nickname for someone who was born or lived during frosty conditions.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Froese' is most commonly found in Canada, particularly in the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta, where there are significant Mennonite populations. It is also found in Germany and the United States, particularly in states with Mennonite communities.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Froese' include 'Friesen' and 'Friesz.'
Migration and ImmigrationMennonites with the surname 'Froese' immigrated to various countries, including Canada, the United States, and Mexico, during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They sought religious freedom and economic opportunities in these new lands.