Garney

Garney is a surname of English origin. Its etymology is thought to derive from the Old English personal name "Garn", possibly meaning "spear" or "weapon". The name may have also originated from a topographical feature, referring to someone who lived near a "garne", an archaic term for a barn or granary. As a surname, Garney likely emerged in the medieval period as a patronymic or locational indicator.

While not an exceptionally common surname, individuals bearing the Garney name have appeared in historical records across various English counties. Its distribution has historically been more concentrated in certain regions, though migration has dispersed it over time. The name is relatively uncommon in contemporary usage.

Notable individuals with the surname Garney are not widely documented in prominent historical or public spheres. Research into specific family lineages would be required to identify notable ancestors or more recent prominent figures. The surname itself does not carry significant historical associations or widespread recognition beyond its identity as a family name.