Veneman

Veneman is a surname of Dutch origin. It is thought to be occupational, potentially derived from the Middle Dutch word veene, meaning "peat," suggesting an ancestor who worked with or extracted peat, or who lived near a peat bog. Another possible origin links the name to venne, meaning "fen" or "marsh," with a similar implication regarding occupation or place of residence. The suffix "-man" in Dutch surnames often denotes a person associated with the preceding element.

The name is relatively uncommon, and its bearers are primarily found in the Netherlands and countries to which Dutch immigrants have emigrated, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia. The spelling variations are generally minor and may include Venneman.