There are
1005
Turtons in the USA
Turton is the
24787th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Turton

AnthonyTurton

Anthony Turton is a South African scientist and water expert known for his work in water resource management and his efforts to address water scarcity issues in South Africa.

RichardTurton

Richard Turton was an English footballer who played as a winger for Wolverhampton Wanderers and the England national team in the 1960s and 1970s.

RobertBallard

Robert Ballard Turton was a British soldier and recipient of the Victoria Cross, the highest military honor awarded for valor in the face of the enemy.

MichaelTurton

Michael Turton is an American journalist and blogger known for his coverage of Taiwan and his blog 'The View from Taiwan.'

ChristineTurton

Christine Turton is a Canadian artist known for her paintings and sculptures that explore themes of identity, memory, and the natural world.

PeterTurton

Peter Turton is a British historian and author specializing in medieval and early modern history, particularly the history of the Crusades.

DenisTurton

Denis Turton was a British politician who served as a Member of Parliament for the Conservative Party and held various ministerial positions.

MarjorieTurton

Marjorie Turton was an English illustrator known for her children's book illustrations, particularly her work on the 'Babar' series by Jean de Brunhoff.

ClaireTurton

Claire Turton is a British television presenter and journalist known for her work on the BBC's 'Breakfast' and 'Watchdog' programs.

PatrickTurton

Patrick Turton is an Australian actor known for his roles in television series such as 'Neighbours' and 'Home and Away.'

Turton Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Turton' is of English origin and is derived from the name of a place in Lancashire, England. It is believed to derive from the Old English word 'torr' meaning 'a high rock or hill' and 'tūn' meaning 'an enclosure or settlement.' Therefore, the name likely referred to someone who lived near or worked at a hill settlement.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Turton' is primarily found in England, particularly in the county of Lancashire where the place of the same name is located. There are also smaller concentrations of the name in other parts of the United Kingdom and in countries with English-speaking populations.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Turton' include 'Torton' and 'Turten.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere have been instances of migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Turton' to other English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.