PALK
Palk
The surname Palk is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "pale" meaning stake or boundary marker. It is believed to have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a boundary marker or fence. The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including Palk, Palks, Pauk, and Polk.
The Palk surname is most commonly found in the south of England, particularly in the counties of Devon and Cornwall. One of the notable bearers of the Palk name was Sir Robert Palk (1717-1798), a British colonial administrator in India who served as Governor of Madras in the late 18th century.
The Palk family crest features a shield adorned with symbols representing strength, unity, and loyalty. The motto "Fide et fortitudine" which translates to "By faith and fortitude" reflects the values associated with the Palk name.
In contemporary times, individuals with the surname Palk can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, continuing the legacy of this ancient English family name.
There are approximately 393 people named Palk in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Palk.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- Brian
- Charles
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- John
- Jordan
- Nigel
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alison
- Amanda
- Jane
- Jean
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Susan
- Yvonne
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