About Turn
The surname Turn is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "torn," meaning a tower or a fortified place. It is believed to have been a topographic name for someone who lived near a tower or a defensive structure. The name may also have been a nickname for someone who had a strong or sturdy build, as the word "torn" could also mean "strong" or "powerful" in Old English. Overall, the surname Turn likely originated as a descriptive or locational name associated with a tower or strength.
The surname Turn is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Turn 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 Turn in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Turn using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.