BURGER

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Burger

Burger is a German-origin surname that has been adopted by individuals of British descent. As an occupational surname, Burger is derived from the Middle High German word "burc" meaning 'citizen' or 'dweller in a fortified town'. The name likely originated as a descriptor for someone who lived in or near a fortified town.

The Burger surname is relatively uncommon in Britain compared to its prevalence in Germany and other European countries. However, individuals bearing the surname Burger have been recorded in various regions of the UK, particularly in areas with historical connections to German immigration.

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In modern times, the Burger surname may have evolved through intermarriage and migration, leading to variations in spelling and pronunciation. The name continues to be a part of the diverse tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the historical movements and interactions of people across different lands.

There are approximately 802 people named Burger in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,747th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Burger.

Surname type: Occupational name

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Germany

Language of origin: German

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Albert
Christopher
Daniel
David
John
Michael
Miles
Nicholas
Paul
Peter
Richard

Female

Adriana
Amanda
Amy
Angela
Catherine
Claudia
Elizabeth
Helen
Janet
Katherine
Lisa
Martina
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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