Stuyven
Stuyven is a surname of Dutch and Flemish origin. It is believed to be a topographic name, derived from the word "stuyve," meaning "stump" or "stunted tree." This suggests that early bearers of the name may have lived near a distinctive stump or a wooded area characterized by stunted trees. Alternatively, it could be a shortened form of a longer given name.
The Stuyven surname is most commonly found in Belgium and the Netherlands. Historical records indicate its
Notable individuals with the surname Stuyven are not widely documented in prominent historical accounts, suggesting it