Flournoy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFLUR-noy / /flɔːrˈnɔɪ/French; English
Meaning
French: flour mill; English: flour maker
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Flournoy is of French origin, derived from the word for a flour mill. It was likely used to denote someone who worked in or owned a mill. The name has been carried into English-speaking countries, where it has been adopted as a given name. Its use as a first name is relatively rare.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Flournoy was first seen in the United States in 1914. Flournoy has ranked as high as #743 nationally, which occurred in 1914, and has been most popular in Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Flournoy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Flournoy (1914)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
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| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |