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The surname Vorster has its roots in both Dutch and German origins. It is derived from the Dutch term "vorster," which means a churchwarden or a person responsible for the church's secular affairs. The name came into existence as an occupational surname, referring to individuals holding the position of a churchwarden.
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In German, the name is derived from the Middle High German word "vorsteher," which translates to "superintendent" or "foreman," suggesting that the initial bearers of the name likely held positions overseeing work and managing people.
The Vorster surname is most commonly found in South Africa, but it also has historical ties to regions in the Netherlands and Germany. Notable individuals with the surname include Lucas Vorsterman, a Baroque engraver who worked with Peter Paul Rubens and Anthony van Dyck, and Julius Vorster, a German chemist and entrepreneur.
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