Pinkney

Pinkney can refer to several things. It is most commonly a surname. Notable individuals with this surname include Ed Pinkney, an American electrical engineer and professor, and James Pinkney, a former American football player. The name also appears in place names, such as Pinkney, Michigan, a census-designated place within the state. There is also Pinkney, Wisconsin, a town. The etymology of the surname Pinkney is thought to be of Old English origin, possibly related to a topographical feature or a personal name. As a given name, Pinkney is less common but has been used. The pronunciation of the name is generally consistent, though regional variations may exist. Information regarding the origin and distribution of the surname Pinkney can be found in genealogical resources.