Groninger (surname)

Groninger is a surname with geographical origins. It is primarily a Dutch surname, indicating ancestry from the province of Groningen in the Netherlands. The name literally translates to "from Groningen" or "of Groningen."

Surnames like Groninger developed as a means of identifying individuals by their place of origin. In the past, particularly before widespread record-keeping, a person's village, town, or region served as a useful descriptor.

Individuals with the surname Groninger are now found worldwide, a result of migration and emigration from the Netherlands over several centuries. While the surname retains its connection to the Dutch province, carriers of the name may no longer have direct ties to Groningen. The surname can provide a clue to ancestral origins for those researching their family history. The frequency of the surname outside of the Netherlands may be comparatively low.