About Burchfield
The surname Burchfield is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "burh" meaning "fortress" or "stronghold," and "feld" meaning "field" or "open land." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Burchfield can be interpreted as "dweller by the fortress field" or "one who lives near a fortified area or open land." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who resided near or worked in a fortified settlement or an area of open land.
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The surname Burchfield is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Burchfield based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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