Runyon

Meaning

Possibly derived from a place name or personal name combined with Old English elements, though the exact meaning is uncertain.

Etymology

Runyon may derive from an English place name or from a personal name combined with Old English elements, though the exact etymology is unclear. The surname appears in both English and American records.

About the Runyon Surname

An English surname of uncertain etymology, possibly derived from a place name, found primarily in American records. The surname is associated with American literature through Damon Runyon.

Distribution

Found primarily in the United States, with scattered presence in the United Kingdom.

Notable Bearers

Damon Runyon (writer and journalist)

People with the Runyon Surname