Vermeulen Name Meaning Dutch and Flemish: shortened form of Vandermeulen a topographic name for someone who lived at a mill. This surname is also established in South Africa. Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022 Similar surnames: Verkuilen, Vandermeulen, Verhulst, Verhelst, Verhalen, Verley 145,000 record (s) for Vermeulen

The surname Vermeulen was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in Amsterdam, an ancient 13th century town held by the Lords of Amstel.