Appelhof is a Dutch toponymic surname that originally indicated a person who lived by or at an apple garden. The name derives from the Dutch elements appel meaning "apple" and hof meaning "yard, court", collectively referring to an apple orchard or garden.DistributionThe surname Appelhof is relatively rare and is primarily found in the Netherlands, particularly in the northern provinces. According to Forebears, the name has a low frequency, with most bearers residing in the province of Friesland and surrounding areas.Related NamesSimilar Dutch surnames with the same structure include Appelman ("apple man") and Appelboom ("apple tree"). The root element appel is common in Dutch place-names and surnames referring to apple cultivation.Meaning: dweller by an apple gardenOrigin: DutchType: toponymic surnameRegions: Netherlands (notably Friesland)