Bottelaar

Bottelaar is a Dutch surname. It is an occupational surname, likely derived from the Middle Dutch word "boteler" or "bottelier," meaning butler or cellarer. Historically, a bottelier was responsible for the wine cellar or pantry of a noble household, overseeing the storage and serving of beverages. The surname would have been given to individuals who held this position or were associated with it. Like many occupational surnames, it signifies a past role or trade within a community. Variations in spelling might exist across different regions or historical periods. The distribution of the surname can be traced through genealogical records and demographic studies of Dutch populations. Information regarding prominent individuals with this surname is generally found in historical archives, family trees, and biographies. The surname's origins are rooted in the medieval social structure where occupational titles were commonly adopted as family names.