Fulke

The first name Fulke, a male name, represents a short form of designations that begin with 'Folk-' or 'Volk-.' It traces back to the Old High German word folc/folk, which means 'people,' and can thus be interpreted as 'the people' or, in free translation, 'the member of the people.'

What does the name Fulke mean?

Fulke is a male first name that originates from short forms of names beginning with the syllables 'Folk-' or 'Volk-.' The root of the name lies in the Old High German folc/folk, which means 'people,' and can thus be interpreted as 'the people' or 'the member of the people.' Variants of Fulke include Folke, Folko, Fulko, and Volko.

Where does the name Fulke come from?

The name Fulke has both male and female forms and is of Old High German origin with the meaning 'the people' or 'the member of the people.' The etymology is based on the Old High German term folc/folk, which means 'people.' This name can also be found in the English language.

How do you pronounce Fulke?

The pronunciation of Fulke: The name is two syllables and clearly structured. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'Ful-ke' [ˈfʊlkə], starting with a short, dark U sound that gives it a certain grounding. The main emphasis is on the first syllable. The combination 'lk' in the middle creates a distinctive sound quality before the unstressed final syllable gently fades away. Fulke thus conveys a Nordic and matter-of-fact impression – precise in form, calm in overall impression.

Popularity

Distribution of Fulke in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland:

Nicknames & pet names

Falke / Fulker / Fulle

Famous people

• Fulke Basset (British bishop)
• Fulke Lovell (bishop)