FOLKARD
Folkard
Folkard is an English surname of Anglo-Saxon origin, deriving from the Old English name Fulcard, which means "brave or bold army". The surname is mainly found in the eastern parts of England, particularly in areas such as Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex.
Origins and History
The surname Folkard is believed to have originated during the medieval period in England. It is thought to have been used as a personal name before evolving into a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
Distribution and Variants
The distribution of the Folkard surname is primarily concentrated in the counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex, reflecting its historical origins in the eastern parts of England. Variants of the surname include Fulcard, Fulkard, and Fulcardus.
Notable Individuals
- John Folkard (1825 – 1892) - A renowned British landscape painter known for his detailed watercolour paintings of rural scenes.
- Eleanor Folkard (1903 – 1985) - An influential children's book illustrator who worked on numerous popular British picture books.
The Folkard surname has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of art and literature in British history.
References
- Reaney, P.H., & Wilson, R.M. (2011). A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press.
- Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.
Typical given names associated with the Folkard surname
Male
- Alan
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Geoffrey
- James
- Jamie
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
Female
- Alison
- Carol
- Dawn
- Emma
- Gemma
- Hayley
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 705 people named Folkard in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,655th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Folkard.
Famous people named Folkard
- Naomi Folkard - Archer
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.