Berkowitz Meaning in English

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US

ˈbɝkəwɪts

BUR-kuh-wits

UK

ˈbɜːkəwɪts

BUR-kuh-wits

Definition

Berkowitz is a surname of Jewish origin, most commonly used as a person's last name. It is sometimes recognized due to public figures or well-known people with this name.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly used as a last name, not as a first name. Best known through individuals who have this surname. Usually formal; context typically personal, legal, or historical. Not associated with a specific meaning beyond being a family name.

• Spanish: Berkowitz
• Portuguese (BR): Berkowitz
• Portuguese (PT): Berkowitz
• Chinese (Simplified): 伯科维茨
• Chinese (Traditional): 伯科維茨
• Hindi: बर्कोविट्ज़
• Arabic: بيركوفيتز
• Bengali: বারকোভিটজ
• Russian: Берквиц
• Japanese: バーコウィッツ
• Vietnamese: Berkowitz
• Korean: 버코위츠
• Turkish: Berkowitz
• Urdu: برکووٹز
• Indonesian: Berkowitz

Example Sentences

Her last name is Berkowitz.

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Many famous people are named Berkowitz.

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Mr. Berkowitz teaches math at my school.

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Have you ever read any books by Berkowitz?

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I think the lawyer’s name was Berkowitz, but I’m not sure.

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The Berkowitz family moved here last year from New York.

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