MORKUNAS
Morkunas
The surname Morkunas is of Lithuanian origin, though it may also be found among individuals of Polish descent. It is derived from the Lithuanian given name Mark or the Polish given name Marek coupled with the suffix "-unas", which is frequently utilised in Lithuanian patronymic surnames.
The Morkunas surname is observed to have various alternates, including Morkūnas, Morkovas, and Morkuniene, which are linked to the same ancestral roots. It has been speculated that the name's origins can be traced back to the Baltic region, particularly Lithuania, where many individuals bearing this surname are recorded.
The usage of "Morkunas" as a surname suggests a familial heritage that may be linked to individuals with a connection to Lithuanian or Polish ancestry, possibly with a history tied to one of these regions. Surnames like Morkunas add to the diverse tapestry of names within the British Isles, representing the historical and cultural links that exist between Britain and its European neighbours.
There are approximately 53 people named Morkunas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Morkunas.