There are
27523
Burkss in the USA
Burks is the
1278th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Burks

EdgarRice

Edgar Rice Burroughs was an American author best known for creating the character Tarzan and the fictional land of Pellucidar.

JohnBurke

John Burke was an American politician who served as the 10th Governor of North Dakota and as the 9th Assistant Secretary of the Treasury.

JulieBurchill

Julie Burchill is an English journalist and writer known for her controversial and outspoken views on feminism, politics, and popular culture.

TanyaBurr

Tanya Burr is a British YouTuber, actress, and author known for her beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content on her YouTube channel.

AlbertE.

Albert E. Burke was an American football player, coach, and official who played as a fullback for the Harvard Crimson in the late 19th century.

JuliusBär

Julius Bär is a Swiss private banking group known for providing comprehensive financial services to high-net-worth individuals and institutions.

JudyBoucher

Judy Boucher is a Saint Lucian reggae singer known for her hit songs like 'Can't Be with You Tonight' and 'Dreaming of a Little Island.'

ScottT.

Scott T. Burk is an American politician who served as the Mayor of Missouri City, Texas, and has been involved in various community and civic organizations.

ShrutiBhave

Shruti Bhave is an Indian film and television actress known for her roles in Marathi films and TV shows like 'Ase He Kanyadan' and 'Tumcha Amcha Same Asta.'

RadhikaBhirani

Radhika Bhirani is an Indian journalist and entertainment writer known for her work covering Bollywood and television industry news.

Burks Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Burks' is of English origin and is derived from the personal name 'Burke' or 'Burk', which itself has Norman origins. It may have originally referred to a fortified place or stronghold.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Burks' is primarily found in the United States, particularly in southern states like Kentucky, Tennessee, and Arkansas. It is also found in smaller numbers in other English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Burks' include 'Burke', 'Burk', 'Barks', 'Berks', 'Birks', 'Burl', 'Park', 'Parr', and 'Perk'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Burks' has been carried by immigrants from England and Ireland to the United States, particularly during periods of immigration in the 19th and early 20th centuries.