Bonney

Bonney is a surname of English origin and, less commonly, a place name in English-speaking countries. The name has appeared in records since the medieval period and is carried by individuals across fields such as science, politics, education, and the arts. The exact origin is not definitively established; it may derive from a nickname, a given name, or from a toponymic source tied to a location associated with former landowners.

As a toponym, Bonney appears in geographic names in various regions, often reflecting historical settlement patterns or landownership. Local histories sometimes trace such names to families bearing the Bonney surname who owned or resided on the land.

In contemporary usage, Bonney is encountered as a surname in professional and cultural contexts. It also appears in branding and corporate names, where it may honor family heritage or regional origin. In fiction, Bonney is used for character surnames and narrative devices.

Variants and related names include Bonny and Bonn, which may reflect the same root with different spellings in records. For further clarification, see related articles on similar surnames and place names.