About Flake
The surname Flake is of English origin and has multiple possible meanings. One interpretation suggests that it is derived from the Old English word "flac," meaning a flake or fragment, and could have been a nickname for someone with a flaky or unreliable nature. Another possibility is that it originated as a topographic name for someone who lived near a patch of land that was prone to flaking or peeling. Additionally, Flake could have been a locational surname for individuals who hailed from a place called Flake. Overall, the meaning of the surname Flake is likely to vary depending on its specific historical context and the region it originated from.
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The surname Flake is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Flake 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 Flake in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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