About Burden
The surname Burden is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. It is derived from the Middle English word "burdoun," which referred to a musical instrument, specifically a bass accompaniment. As a surname, Burden could have been given to someone who played this instrument or had a connection to music. Alternatively, it could have been a nickname for someone who carried a heavy burden or had a burdensome occupation. The name Burden may also have originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a hill or mound, as "burden" can also mean a small hill or mound in some dialects.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Burden 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 Burden in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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