Brunning

Brunning is a surname of likely Germanic origin. It is a patronymic or matronymic surname, potentially derived from a personal name like Bruno or Brun, with the suffix "-ing" indicating "belonging to" or "descendant of." Therefore, Brunning could mean "descendant of Bruno" or "descendant of Brun."

The surname is found primarily in English-speaking countries, having been brought there through migration. Variations in spelling may occur due to regional dialects and historical record-keeping practices. Further research into specific family histories may be necessary to determine the precise origin and evolution of a particular family line bearing the name Brunning.