Burges

English

"inhabitant of a fortified town"

Burges Origin and Meaning

The name Burges is a boy's name.

Burges is a masculine name of English origin, primarily known as a surname before its occasional use as a first name. It derives from Middle English 'burgeis,' meaning 'inhabitant of a borough' or 'freeman of a town,' ultimately from Late Latin 'burgensis.' As a first name, Burges maintains an air of dignity and old-world charm, evoking images of medieval towns and civic responsibility. While uncommon as a given name, it shares similarities with the more familiar Burgess. The name has connections to architecture through the famous architect William Burges. With its distinctive sound and historical associations, Burges appeals to parents seeking a name with Anglo-Saxon heritage and an established, traditional quality, while remaining distinctive in modern usage.