Burggraf

Burggraf Meaning & Origin

About Burggraf
The surname Burggraf is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "burggrāve," which means "castle count" or "castle reeve." It was a title given to a nobleman who was responsible for the administration and defense of a castle or fortress. Over time, the title became hereditary, and individuals with the surname Burggraf were likely descendants of those who held this position. Today, the surname Burggraf is relatively rare and can be found mainly in Germany and other German-speaking regions.

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Popularity

Surname Popularity by Ethnicity

The surname Burggraf is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:

  • Number of People with the name Burggraf: 615
  • Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
  • Ranking: 36379
  • Frequency per 100k people: 0.21

Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Burggraf based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
PRKRF
🗽 NYSIIS
BA
🔊 Soundex
B062601
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
B ER1 G R AH0 F
🌐 IPA
/ˈbərgrəf/
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('PRKRF', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
B626

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