Turbeville (surname)

The surname Turbeville a derivation of the original de' Turberville derives from Old French Thouberville, ville meaning town, place or residence (from Latin villa).[1] The first part may derive from Ancient Greek turb 'turmoil' or a Germanic word for turf, although others suggest that it relates to the Norse god Thor.[1]

The Turbeville name was brought to England during the Norman French invasion of 1066.[1] It is the surname of:

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References

  1. Turbyfill, Keith (18 March 2013). "Turbyfill". kturby.com. Retrieved 11 February 2016.
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