Thorne

Topographic

Meaning

Derived from someone who lived near a thorn bush or thorny thicket.

Etymology

From the Old English 'thorn' meaning a thorn or thorny shrub. The surname was given to those whose properties were situated near areas of thorny vegetation.

About the Thorne Surname

Thorne is a topographic surname indicating residence near thorny vegetation. The name reflects the prevalence of thorn bushes and thorny thickets in the English landscape.

Distribution

Found throughout England and Wales, with populations in the United States, Canada, and Australia.

People with the Thorne Surname

Clifford Thorne

Louise Thorne