About Turnbow
The surname Turnbow is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "turn" meaning "to turn" and "boga" meaning "bow." It is an occupational surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who made or used bows, or possibly for a skilled archer. The name may also have been given to someone who lived near a bend or curve in a road or river. Overall, the surname Turnbow signifies a connection to the profession of bow-making or archery, or a geographical feature characterized by a bend or curve.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Turnbow 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 Turnbow in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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