Voelker

Voelker (also spelled Völker) is a German surname. It is derived from the Middle High German word "volk," meaning "people" or "folk." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who was popular among their community or who possessed characteristics associated with the common people. It can also be occupational, possibly referring to someone involved in communal affairs or leadership.

The surname Voelker is found predominantly in Germany, but also among German diaspora communities in other parts of the world, including the United States and Canada.

Variations of the name include Voelcker, Volker, Völk, Voelkner, and others depending on regional dialect and historical evolution.

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