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Last Name Gadke

What is the origin of the last name Gadke?

The last name "Gadke" is of German origin. It is a variant of the surname "Gadeke," which is derived from the personal name "Gade" or "Gada," a short form of the Germanic name "Adalgar," meaning "noble spear." This surname likely originated as a patronymic, indicating descent from someone named "Gade" or "Gada."

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Geographical distribution of the last name Gadke

The last name Gadke is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in the midwestern states such as Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. There are also smaller populations of individuals with the surname Gadke in Canada and Germany. The name is relatively rare and does not have a widespread distribution globally. Overall, individuals with the last name Gadke are most likely to be found in North America, with a concentration in the Midwest region of the United States.

Variants and spellings of the last name Gadke

The last name Gadke can also be spelled as Gadkey, Gadka, Gadeke, Gadekey, Gadeka, Gadtke, Gadtka, Gadtkey, Gaddke, Gaddka, Gaddkey, Gadkie, Gadkay, Gadek, or Gadeck. These variations may occur due to differences in transliteration, dialects, or historical spelling practices.

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