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Kotze Last Name Origin, History, and Meaning

Where did the surname Kotze come from? What does the surname Kotze mean? Discover the history and meaning of the last name Kotze and family migration on YourRoots Map.


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Surname Kotze Origin: What does the last name Kotze mean?

The surname Kotze, or Kotzé with the accent, is of Afrikaans origin and is associated with individuals from South Africa and Namibia. According to YourRoots data, the surname Kotze first appeared in records from South Africa around the early 18th century. The history of the Kotze surname remained closely tied to South Africa from the 18th to the 19th centuries, and by the 20th century, the volume of records with the Kotze surname had significantly increased in South Africa, where it remains prominent today.

Global spread data from YourRoots shows that the Kotze surname has a strong presence in South Africa, with individuals bearing this surname also found in Namibia. The surname Kotze signifies a rich heritage and cultural background, reflecting the diverse history of individuals with this surname across different regions in Southern Africa.

Kotze Last Name History: Where did the last name Kotze come from?

Origin of Kotze Surname: Where does the last name Kotze originate from?

According to YourRoots data, the surname Kotze first appeared in records from South Africa around the early 18th century. Please note that this reflects only YourRoots data for the exact Kotze spelling and does not include other record sources or surname variations.

History of the Last Name Kotze: What does the Kotze surname history look like in the early days?

The Kotze surname remained closely associated with South Africa from the 18th to the 19th centuries.

Global Spread: Where can we find the Kotze surname today?

By the 20th century, the volume of records with the Kotze surname grew significantly in South Africa. The Kotze surname remains prominent in South Africa.


Explore Kotze last name heritage and Kotze surname origin based on YourRoots Map data

Kotze surname origin, history, meaning based on YourRoots Map dataVIEW THE ORIGIN OF SURNAME KOTZE

Famous People With Kotze Surame?

  • YourRoots Map_Surname_Famous People_Elize Kotze

    Elize Kotze

    Elize Kotze is a former South Africa netball international and national team head coach. As a player, she was a silver medalist at the 1995 World Netball Championships. As a head coach, she led South Africa at the 2011 World Netball Championships and 2014 Commonwealth Games. Kotze also coached notable players like Erin Burger and guided South Africa to victory at the 2013 African Netball Championship.

  • YourRoots Map_Surname_Famous People_Johannes Kotze

    Johannes Kotze

    Johannes Jacobus "Kodgee" Kotze (7 Aug 1879 – 7 Jul 1931) was a cricketer from Cape Colony known for his fast bowling skills. He played in three Test matches from 1902 to 1907, showcasing his talent on the field. Kotze was considered one of the fastest bowlers of his time, leaving a lasting impact on the sport with his impressive abilities.

  • YourRoots Map_Surname_Famous People_Alta Kotze

    Alta Kotze

    Alta Kotze (born Dec 4, 1971) is a South African former cricketer known for her skills as a right-arm fast-medium bowler. She represented South Africa in 15 One Day Internationals between 1997 and 1999, playing for teams like Gauteng, Easterns, and Limpopo. Kotze also excelled in indoor cricket, captaining the South African Indoor Women's Cricket team with an impressive 89% winning rate, making her the most successful South African Indoor Captain ever.

  • YourRoots Map_Surname_Famous People_Alta Kotze

  • YourRoots Map_Surname_Famous People_Alta Kotze

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