About Thornbrugh
The surname Thornbrugh is of English origin and is derived from the Old English words "thorn" and "burh," meaning "thorn" and "fortress" or "castle" respectively. It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearer lived near or in a place with a thorny fortress or castle. The name may have also been given to someone who had a thorny or prickly personality. Overall, Thornbrugh signifies a connection to a place or characteristic associated with thorns or fortresses.
The surname Thornbrugh is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Thornbrugh based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Thornbrugh in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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