Turnage

Origin and Meaning
Turnage is an English surname of locational origin, derived from the Old English words "turn" meaning a "tower" and "haga" meaning an "enclosure". The name possibly referred to someone who lived near a tower or was associated with a fortified residence.

Distribution and Popularity
The surname Turnage is relatively rare in the United Kingdom. It is most commonly found in the southern regions of England, particularly in counties such as Kent and Sussex.

Notable Individuals

  • Dorothy Turnage: An acclaimed painter known for her innovative use of light and shadow in her works.
  • William Turnage: A prominent conservationist who dedicated his life to protecting natural habitats in the British countryside.
  • Rachel Turnage: A successful entrepreneur who founded a popular chain of organic skincare products in the UK.

Variants
Variants of the surname Turnage include Turnidge, Turnadge, and Turnige.

There are approximately 103 people named Turnage in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Turnage.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Glenn
  • Jeremy
  • Mark
  • Paul
  • William

Female

  • Beverley
  • Joanna
  • Karin
  • Rachael
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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