Strunkenburg

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Type Surname
Usage Germanic

Meaning & History

The surname Strunkenburg appears to have Germanic origins, though its exact meaning is not widely documented. Based on linguistic patterns, it may be a toponymic surname, referring to a geographical location or fortified settlement. The "-burg" suffix is common in German and Dutch surnames, meaning "castle" or "fortress". The "Strunken-" portion could relate to an old place name or family estate.
Records show that the Strunkenburg family was present in the United States by the early 20th century, particularly in Ohio. Census and immigration records indicate that individuals with this surname lived in Convoy, Van Wert County, Ohio, and other parts of the Midwest.
Added 6/14/2025 by JulieBF