Borlace

Borlace is an English surname with origins dating back to medieval times. The name is thought to have derived from the Old French word "bordelais," which referred to a person from Bordeaux, France. Over time, variations of the name such as Borlase, Borlass, and Burless have been recorded.

The Borlace family has been historically associated with the counties of Cornwall and Wiltshire in England. One of the prominent figures bearing the Borlace surname was Sir John Borlase Warren, a distinguished British naval officer and politician who served during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

The name Borlace carries a sense of lineage and heritage, symbolising the family's place within British history. Today, individuals with the Borlace surname can be found in various parts of the United Kingdom and abroad, continuing the legacy of this venerable family name.

There are approximately 60 people named Borlace in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Borlace.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adrian
  • David
  • Peter

Female

  • Anita

Similar and related surnames

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