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Poelman

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Poelman is a Dutch toponymic surname that translates to "pool man", originally referring to a person who lived near a small lake. The name is most common in the provinces of Drenthe and Groninegen.[1][2] Alternative spellings include Poelmann and Poelmans. The name may refer to:

Poelmann
Poelmans

See also

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  • Polman, Dutch surname of the same origin

References

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  1. ^ Dictionary of American Family Names. "Poelman Family History", Oxford University Press, 2013. Retrieved on 16 January 2016.
  2. ^ Poelman at the Database of Surnames in The Netherlands.