About Fenk
The surname Fenk is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "venk" or "fenk," meaning "finch." It is a topographic or occupational surname given to someone who lived near a place where finches were abundant or who worked as a finch catcher or trainer. The name may also have been used as a nickname for someone who had characteristics associated with the bird, such as a cheerful or lively nature.
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The surname Fenk is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Fenk 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 Fenk in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Fenk using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.