About Falkner
The surname Falkner is of English and Scottish origin, derived from the Middle English word "fauconer" or "falconer," which referred to a person who trained and flew falcons for hunting. The name was occupational in nature, indicating that the bearer of the surname was involved in falconry. Over time, the spelling variations of the name evolved, and it became a hereditary surname passed down through generations. Today, Falkner is a relatively uncommon surname, often associated with individuals who have a historical connection to falconry or a familial link to someone involved in the practice.
The surname Falkner is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Falkner based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Falkner is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Falkner in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Falkner using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.