FURNO
Furno
Furno is a British surname of Norman origin, introduced with the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. The name is derived from the Old French word furno, meaning 'oven', and may have been a occupational surname for someone who worked in or owned a bakery or a place where bread was baked.
The Furno surname is relatively rare, with most occurrences seen in the southern counties of England such as Kent, Sussex, and Hampshire. Over time, variations of the name have emerged, such as Furnow and Furneaux.
Notable individuals bearing the Furno surname are limited, with most individuals leading private lives. However, research into local history and genealogy may provide further insight into specific families carrying the Furno name.
In present times, the Furno surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive its historical connection to baking and the culinary arts in the British Isles.
There are approximately 29 people named Furno in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Furno.
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