There are
725
Burgess in the USA
Burges is the
31824th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Burges

AnthonyBurgess

Anthony Burgess was an English author and composer, best known for his dystopian novel 'A Clockwork Orange.'

WilliamS.

William S. Burroughs was an American novelist and poet, associated with the Beat Generation, known for his books 'Naked Lunch' and 'Junkie.'

ErnestoBurgos

Ernesto Burgos was a Chilean painter and sculptor, recognized for his unique and colorful style influenced by surrealism and folklore.

JamesLee

James Lee Burke is an American author, known for his crime fiction novels featuring the character Dave Robicheaux, including the book 'Black Cherry Blues.'

JulieBergan

Julie Bergan is a Norwegian singer-songwriter known for her pop and dance music, with hits like 'Arigato' and 'Kiss Somebody.'

CarolynMarie

Carolyn Marie Burgess is a British fashion designer and entrepreneur, known for her luxury womenswear brand 'Carrie Elizabeth.'

JohannFriedrich

Johann Friedrich Burggraf was a German composer and organist, known for his contributions to baroque music and his extensive organ compositions.

JeremyBerg

Jeremy Berg is an American biochemist and professor, known for his research in structural biology and his work on protein-protein interactions.

RobertBerger

Robert Berger was an American film director and screenwriter, known for his work on documentaries and short films, including the critically acclaimed 'The Rugrats Movie.'

EmilyBergl

Emily Bergl is an American film and stage actress, known for her roles in movies like 'The Rage: Carrie 2' and TV shows like 'Shameless.'

Burges Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Burges' is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word 'burgeis,' which means 'a citizen or inhabitant of a fortified town or borough.' It was likely originally used as an occupational surname for someone who lived or worked in a borough or fortress.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Burges' is most commonly found in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Burges' include 'Burgess,' 'Burke,' 'Berger,' 'Berg,' 'Burger,' 'Burke,' 'Bergeron,' 'Bergman,' 'Berggren,' and 'Berglund.'
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Burges' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of British colonization and industrialization. Many individuals with the variation 'Burgess' can be found in North America, where they settled during the colonial era.