About Blackney
The surname Blackney is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "blæc" meaning "black" and the word "eg" meaning "island" or "enclosure." Therefore, the meaning of the surname Blackney can be interpreted as "dweller at the black island" or "one who comes from the black enclosure." It is likely that the name originally referred to a person who lived near or owned land that was dark or black in color.
The surname Blackney is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Blackney based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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