About Burlingham
The surname Burlingham is of English origin and is derived from the Old English personal name "Burhred" combined with the suffix "-ing" which denotes "descendant" or "son of." Therefore, Burlingham can be interpreted to mean "son of Burhred" or "descendant of Burhred." The personal name Burhred itself is believed to have originated from the elements "burh" meaning "fortress" or "stronghold" and "red" meaning "counsel" or "advice." Thus, the surname Burlingham likely originated as a patronymic surname, indicating that the bearer was the son or descendant of someone named Burhred.
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The surname Burlingham is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Burlingham based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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