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Burbank Family History

Burbank Surname Meaning

English: habitational name perhaps from Burbank House in Dacre Cumbria possibly named with Old English burh ‘stronghold manor’.

It is likely that the name reflects the geographical features of the area, incorporating significant elements from both Old English and Old Danish.

The term burh suggests a place of security, while banke relates to the physical terrain, specifically a bank or ridge.

This name thus represents the historical significance of the location and its architectural as well as natural landscape.

Overall, Burbank embodies a rich blend of language and culture that encapsulates the heritage of its region.

Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022


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You can see how Burbank families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Burbank family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Burbank families were found in USA in 1880. In 1891 there were 11 Burbank families living in Leicestershire. This was about 23% of all the recorded Burbank's in United Kingdom. Leicestershire and 1 other county had the highest population of Burbank families in 1891.
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What did your Burbank ancestors do for a living?

In 1939, General Labourer Brickw and Unpaid Domestic Duties were the top reported jobs for men and women in the United Kingdom named Burbank. 50% of Burbank men worked as a General Labourer Brickw and 100% of Burbank women worked as an Unpaid Domestic Duties.

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*We display top occupations by gender to maintain their historical accuracy during times when men and women often performed different jobs.

Top Male Occupations In 1939

  • General Labourer Brickw
    50%
  • Farmer (agricultural)
    50%

Top Female Occupations In 1939

  • Unpaid Domestic Duties
    100%

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Passenger Lists

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There are 20,000 military records available for the last name Burbank. For the veterans among your Burbank ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Burbank lifespan?

Between 1941 and 2004, in the United States, Burbank life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1946, and highest in 1997. The average life expectancy for Burbank in 1941 was 54, and 74 in 2004.

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