Falkner
Falkner is a surname of German origin. It is derived from the word "Falke," meaning "falcon," and was originally an occupational name for a person who kept and trained falcons. The name is also associated with various notable individuals and places.
Notable People with the Surname Falkner[edit | edit source]
- William Faulkner (1897–1962), an American writer and Nobel Prize laureate, whose surname was originally spelled "Falkner."
- John Meade Falkner (1858–1932), an English novelist and poet, known for his novels such as Moonfleet and The Nebuly Coat.
- Thomas Falkner (1707–1784), an English Jesuit missionary and physician who worked in South America.
Places Named Falkner[edit | edit source]
- Falkner, Mississippi, a town in the United States named after the Falkner family.
- Falkner Island, located off the coast of Connecticut, known for its lighthouse and bird sanctuary.
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