TURBILL
Turbill
Turbill is a British surname of Anglo-Saxon origin that can be traced back to medieval England. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Thor" combined with "byl," meaning "axe" or "bill." This suggests that the original bearers of the surname were possibly associated with axes or had a nickname related to this sharp implement.
The first recorded instance of the surname Turbill dates back to the early 13th century in Norfolk, England. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname Turbill have been found in various regions across the United Kingdom, with concentrations in counties such as Yorkshire, Lancashire, and Lincolnshire.
Like many surnames of its kind, Turbill has undergone various spelling variations over time, including Turbul, Turball, Turbell, and Turbelle. This linguistic evolution is a common feature among British surnames that have been passed down through generations.
Today, individuals with the surname Turbill can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where British families have migrated. The name carries with it a sense of heritage and history, connecting modern-day bearers to their medieval origins in England.
There are approximately 139 people named Turbill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Turbill.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Albert
- Barry
- Craig
- Derek
- John
- Lee
- Michael
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
Female
- Alice
- Ann
- Elizabeth
- Julie
- Karen
- Leigh
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria