Burgess
/ˈbərʤəs/
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Burgess is an English name derived from the Old French 'burgeis,' meaning a 'town dweller' or 'citizen.' It is often associated with individuals who lived near birch trees, symbolizing a connection to nature and community. Historically, it was a surname denoting a person of importance in medieval towns. The name carries a sense of groundedness and belonging.
Burgess Meredith
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