About Benko
The surname Benko is of Hungarian origin and is derived from the personal name Benedek, which is the Hungarian form of Benedict. The name Benedict is derived from the Latin word "benedictus," meaning "blessed." Therefore, the surname Benko likely originated as a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally used to identify someone as the "son of Benedek" or "descendant of Benedek."
The surname Benko is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Benko based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent the name "Benko" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Benko."