About Burgtorf
The surname Burgtorf is of German origin and is derived from the combination of two elements: "burg," meaning castle or fortress, and "torf," meaning peat or turf. Therefore, the meaning of the surname Burgtorf can be interpreted as "castle peat" or "fortress turf." It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who lived near or worked with peat or turf in the vicinity of a castle or fortress.
The surname Burgtorf is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Burgtorf based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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