Foulk

Foulk is a surname of English origin. It is an anglicized form of the medieval given name Fulke (also spelled Fulk or Folke). The given name Fulke itself derives from Old English and Old Norse elements associated with the people or folk. As a surname, Foulk and its variants are found in English records from the late medieval period and spread to other English-speaking regions through migration.

In toponymy, the name Foulk appears in North America as part of place-name elements, including street names and localities, typically reflecting families with the surname or a local landowner bearing it.

Notable individuals with the surname Foulk have been recorded in various fields, including academia, sport, and public life, though no single figure dominates the name's recognition. The name also appears in genealogical and heraldic contexts as part of family histories and lineages.

See also:

- Fulk

- Fulke

- Folke

- Foulkes

If you are seeking a specific person, place, or historical reference associated with the surname Foulk, additional context such as a region or time period can help narrow the search.