Munk

Occupational

Meaning

Monk.

Etymology

Derived directly from Old Norse 'munkr' or Danish 'munk', referring to a member of a monastic community. The surname likely originated as a descriptive or occupational name for someone associated with monastic life.

About the Munk Surname

Munk is a Scandinavian surname with direct occupational origins, referring to monks or monastic communities. The name reflects medieval religious and social structures in Northern Europe.

Distribution

Primarily found in Denmark, Norway, and Scandinavian diaspora communities.

Notable Bearers

Andras Munk (Danish filmmaker), Thelma Munk (various historical records)