Turney

Occupational

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or an occupational term related to tournaments or turning, or from the French 'tourner' meaning 'to turn'.

Etymology

The surname may derive from Old French 'tourner' (to turn) or from a place name. It could also relate to tournament participation or a turner's occupation in medieval times.

About the Turney Surname

An English or French surname with possible occupational or toponymic origins. The name may be related to the more common surname Turner.

Distribution

Found in England, France, and English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Various historical figures

People with the Turney Surname

Jacob Turney