Turner - Name Meaning and Origin

The boy's name Turner \t(u)-rner, tur-ner\ is of Middle English origin, and its meaning is "wood-worker". Occupational name. "Turning" was a term for the use of a lathe, which was used in the 16th and 17th centuries for decorations on furniture. Painter J.M.W. Turner.

Similar baby names are Garner, Tanner, Torger, Warner, Werner and Verner.

Turner is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Turner. Click here to compare Turner with related baby names.