Paflak Surname
6,063,924th
Most Common
surname in the World
Approximately 10 people bear this surname
Most prevalent in:
Turkey
Highest density in:
Turkey
Paflak Surname User-submission:
The surname Paflak is of Turkish origin, meaning 'Paphlagonia,' referencing the ancient Black Sea region. The family bearing this name claims direct descent from an 'İmam Dukaz' , linking them to the Byzantine Doukas dynasty.
Paflak Surname Distribution Map
| Place | Incidence | Frequency | Rank in Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 10 | 1:7,782,142 | 126,629 |
Paflak Surname Meaning
User-submitted Reference
The surname Paflak is of Turkish origin, meaning 'Paphlagonia,' referencing the ancient Black Sea region. The family bearing this name claims direct descent from an 'İmam Dukaz' , linking them to the Byzantine Doukas dynasty.
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