How common is the Parke surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname Parke in the United States.

Are there Parke soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 171 soldiers with the Parke surname appear in Civil War records.

Parke

Q: What does the surname Parke mean?

The surname Parke means "Variant spelling of Park, referring to someone from or near an enclosed area of land.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

Variant spelling of Park, referring to someone from or near an enclosed area of land.

Etymology

An alternative spelling of 'Park,' derived from Middle English 'park' and Old French 'parc,' referring to an enclosed area. The '-e' ending reflects older English spelling conventions.

About the Parke Surname

An archaic or variant spelling of the surname Park with the same topographic origin. The name reflects older English spelling conventions and is less common than modern spellings.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in England and English-speaking countries, less common than 'Park.'

Parke Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Parke Surname

Benjamin Parke

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: Medieval England
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

171 soldiers with the Parke surname found in Civil War records.

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