BURDFIELD
Burdfield
Burdfield is a surname of English origin. The name is thought to be of locational origin, deriving from a place name now lost or unrecorded. The first element "burd" may refer to a bird or a burgh, indicating a settlement, while "field" signifies an open area of land.
The surname Burdfield is relatively rare and is primarily found in certain regions of England, such as the West Midlands and East Anglia. Over time, variations in spelling have included Burdfield, Birdfield, and Byrdfield.
Individuals bearing the surname Burdfield can be traced back to historical records in England, particularly in parish registers, census data, and other genealogical records. The name may have originated from a specific place or been adopted as an identifier based on someone's occupation or characteristics related to birds or fields.
With its obscure etymology and limited historical prominence, the surname Burdfield is a unique and uncommon name within the spectrum of British surnames. Its significance lies in its regional distribution and the potential links to local history and geography.
There are approximately 146 people named Burdfield in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Burdfield.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Aaron
- Adrian
- Anthony
- Gary
- George
- James
- Justin
- Kevin
- Paul
- Robin
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anna
- Clare
- Emily
- Janet
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Pauline
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.