Turnor

Turnor is a surname with origins in England. It is an occupational surname derived from the Middle English word "turnour" which means "a person who turns." The surname was given to individuals who worked as a lathe-wright, wood turner, or a person who operated a lathe or manual turning machine.

History

The Turnor surname can be traced back to medieval England, where the practice of assigning surnames based on one's occupation was common. The first recorded instance of the surname Turnor dates back to the early 13th century in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Over the centuries, families bearing the surname spread to other parts of the country.

Notable People

  • Sir Edmund Turnor (1801-1876): A British judge and politician who served as a Member of Parliament for South Lincolnshire.
  • Charles Turnor (1768-1853): An English landowner and antiquarian who made significant contributions to the study of Roman Britain.

Variants

Variants of the surname Turnor include Turner, Turnner, and Turnour.

Distribution

The surname Turnor is found predominantly in England, particularly in regions with historical ties to the surname's origins. In addition, descendants of individuals bearing the surname can be found in other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, often as a result of immigration.

Legacy

The Turnor surname holds a rich history and is a testament to the importance of occupational surnames in English culture. Today, individuals with the surname Turnor continue to honour their heritage and contribute to the diverse tapestry of surnames in Britain and beyond.

There are approximately 78 people named Turnor in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Turnor.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Melvyn

Female

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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