Johnstone
Johnstone is both a surname of Scottish origin and a place name used in several regions. The surname originated as a toponymic name for people associated with the town of Johnstone in Renfrewshire, Scotland, and with other places bearing the same name. The place name itself is generally considered to derive from a combination of a personal name, such as John, and a topographic element, often interpreted as indicating a stone marker, a settlement, or a fortification; exact derivations vary among sources. Over time, the surname spread to other countries through Scottish and British migration and is now found worldwide in various spellings and forms, including its close variant Johnston.
Geography and toponymy: The most prominent Johnstone is the town of Johnstone in Renfrewshire, Scotland, located
Notable uses: Johnstone is a common surname that appears across many sectors, including politics, arts, science,