Burmazović Surname

858,879th
Most Common
surname in the World

Approximately 317 people bear this surname

Most prevalent in:
Serbia
Highest density in:
Serbia

Burmazović Surname User-submission:

The surname 'Burmazović' is derived from the historical Albanian tribe known as the Burmazi. This tribe was originally located in the Herzegovina region, encompassing areas such as Stolac, Trebinje, and Dubrovnik. The name 'Burmazi' itself is believed to originate from the Albanian words burr (man) and madh (great or noble), reflecting the tribe's esteemed status.

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Burmazović Surname Distribution Map

By incidenceBy frequencyBy rank
Incidence (high to low)Incidence (low to high)Alphabetic A-ZAlphabetic Z-ARank (high to low)Rank (low to high)
PlaceIncidenceFrequencyRank in Area
Serbia3151:22,6822,564
Bosnia and Herzegovina11:3,536,40219,532
Montenegro11:639,5659,092

The alternate forms: Burmazovic (26) are calculated separately.

Burmazović Surname Meaning

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The surname 'Burmazović' is derived from the historical Albanian tribe known as the Burmazi. This tribe was originally located in the Herzegovina region, encompassing areas such as Stolac, Trebinje, and Dubrovnik. The name 'Burmazi' itself is believed to originate from the Albanian words burr (man) and madh (great or noble), reflecting the tribe's esteemed status.

Over time, the Burmazi tribe underwent a process of Slavicization, particularly during the late 14th and early 15th centuries. This cultural transformation involved the adoption of the Slavic language and customs, as well as the modification of surnames to align with Slavic linguistic structures. Consequently, the surname 'Burmazović' emerged, signifying 'son of Burmaz' or 'descendant of Burmaz.'

The Burmazi tribe's historical significance is evident in their social and economic roles during the medieval period. Initially a semi-nomadic community, they gradually settled in various regions, including parts of modern-day Montenegro, Serbia, and Croatia. Their interactions with neighboring Slavic populations facilitated the integration and eventual Slavicization of the tribe.

Today, the surname 'Burmazović' is found among individuals of Serbian and Montenegrin descent, particularly in areas such as Mačva and Raška Districts in Serbia. It serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and historical journey of the Burmazi tribe and their descendants.

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Burmazović Last Name Facts

Where Does The Last Name Burmazović Come From? nationality or country of origin

The last name Burmazović is borne by more people in Serbia than any other country/territory. It may also appear in the variant forms: Burmazovic. For other possible spellings of Burmazović click here.

How Common Is The Last Name Burmazović? popularity and diffusion

This surname is the 858,879th most common family name at a global level. It is borne by approximately 1 in 22,989,104 people. The last name Burmazović is predominantly found in Europe, where 100 percent of Burmazović live; 100 percent live in Southeastern Europe and 100 percent live in South Slavic Europe.

The last name is most prevalent in Serbia, where it is borne by 315 people, or 1 in 22,682. In Serbia it is most common in: Mačva District, where 67 percent live, Kolubara District, where 15 percent live and Raška District, where 8 percent live. Besides Serbia it is found in 2 countries. It also occurs in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where 0 percent live and Montenegro, where 0 percent live.

Phonetically Similar Names

Incidence (high to low)Incidence (low to high)Alphabetic A-ZAlphabetic Z-ASimilarity (high to low)Similarity (low to high)Prevalent jurisdiction A-ZPrevalent jurisdiction Z-A
SurnameSimilarityWorldwide IncidencePrevalency
Burmazovic9726/
Burmazević9087/
Parmačević6035/
Paramačević571/
Bramsvik5613/
Brimsvik561/
Premčević539/
Purmisevic501/

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