What Does the Name Burkhard Mean
The name Burkhard comes from German roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Burkhard below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Burkhard Name Meaning
German, Ancient GermanicDerived from the Germanic elements burg meaning "protection" and hard "brave, hardy". Saint Burkhard was a bishop who founded several monasteries in Germany in the 8th century.
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