This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: hberrevoets Surnames: barefoot Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.barefoot/290.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Perhaps of interest, the name (translated) also exists in the Netherlands, and appears to have originated in the City of Veere in the late 16th century. During this time this had longstanding trade links with Scotland. So perhaps the name originated as a nickname referring to people with bare legs ie people wearing kilts. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.