FINK
Fink
The British surname Fink is of English and Jewish (Ashkenazic) origin. It is derived from the Middle English word "finkle," meaning a contrivance to impede or divert game. In some cases, the name may also have originated from a nickname for an unreliable individual.
The surname Fink has been documented in England dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have been introduced to the country by Jewish immigrants from Central and Eastern Europe, particularly from Germany and Poland, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Over time, individuals bearing the surname Fink have made notable contributions in various fields such as academia, business, and the arts. The name has also been carried by several prominent figures in British history.
Today, the surname Fink is relatively rare in the British Isles but is still found among diverse communities across the country. It serves as a testament to the multicultural heritage and rich tapestry of surnames that form the British society.
There are approximately 523 people named Fink in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Fink.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andreas
- Christopher
- David
- Geoffrey
- George
- Henry
- John
- Jonathan
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Shlomo
Female
- Barbara
- Charlotte
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Harriet
- Helen
- Joyce
- Lily
- Margaret
- Monika
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Simone
- Susan
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