About Finkes
The surname Finkes is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "vinke," meaning "finch." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to someone who either worked as a bird catcher or had some association with finches. 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. Overall, the surname Finkes is linked to the finch bird and its attributes.
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The surname Finkes is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Finkes 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 Finkes is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Finkes in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Finkes using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.