Steenwinckel

Steenwinckel is a surname of Dutch origin. The name appears to be a compound of steen, meaning stone, and winckel, an archaic form of winkel or winke, terms that in Middle Dutch could refer to a corner or angle and, less commonly, to a shop. As a surname, Steenwinckel likely originated as either a toponymic name tied to a place near a stone corner or building, or an occupational name for someone involved in masonry, stone working, or shopkeeping.

The surname is most commonly found in the Netherlands and among people of Dutch descent. Variants and related spellings include Steenwinkel and Steenwijck, reflecting historical pronunciation and orthographic changes. In genealogical records, Steenwinckel may appear with different spellings depending on the region and era.

There are no widely documented biographical figures under the exact spelling Steenwinckel in standard reference works. Individuals with related surnames have appeared in various contexts, including architecture, commerce, and local history, often sharing the same linguistic origins.

See also: Steenwinkel, Steenwijck, Steenwijk, and other related Dutch surnames.