TheNameDBDurkee
TopographicMeaning
Possibly dweller in a dark or shaded area, or derived from a Dutch occupational term.
Etymology
May derive from Old English 'durc' (dark) combined with a locative suffix, or from Dutch 'durk' with unclear meaning. The exact origin remains uncertain due to limited historical records.
About the Durkee Surname
An obscure surname of uncertain origin, possibly English or Dutch, found primarily in colonial New England. The name's etymology remains speculative due to sparse historical documentation.
Distribution
Primarily found in New England and northeastern United States, suggesting colonial English or Dutch settlement origins.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation; primarily family genealogy records