BURK
Burk
The surname Burk is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English name Burh meaning "fortress" or "stronghold". It is a toponymic name that originally denoted someone who lived near a fortification. The name Burk is primarily found in the United Kingdom, particularly in regions with strong Anglo-Saxon heritage.
Throughout history, bearers of the surname Burk have been involved in various occupations and pursuits. The name has diverse variations including Burke, Bourke, and Burkes. Notable individuals with the surname Burk have made significant contributions in different fields such as academia, politics, and the arts.
The prevalence of the surname Burk has endured over the centuries, reflecting its historical significance within British society. Today, individuals with this surname can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, maintaining a connection to their ancestral roots.
There are approximately 77 people named Burk in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Burk.
Typical given names associated with the surname
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Similar and related surnames
- Burke
- Bruk
- Bur
- Bura
- Burka
- Burki
- Burko
- Baark
- Barc
- Barck
- Barek
- Bark
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- Barko
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- Bauck
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- Baulk
- Berck
- Berk
- Berka
- Berke
- Berki
- Berko
- Berks
- Birck
- Birk
- Birke
- Birks
- Boarke
- Borck
- Borek
- Bork
- Borke
- Borko
- Borks
- Borque
- Bourk
- Bourke
- Buerk
- Burca
- Burck
- Burcu
- Burg
- Burkay
- Burkes
- Burkey
- Burkie
- Burkis
- Burks
- Burkus
- Burky
- Barkes
- Barrack
- Barrick
- Borg
- Bourque
- Brack
- Bragg
- Brigg
- Brook
- Brooke
- Burgh
- Burkly
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.