Thurnauer

Thurnauer is a surname of German origin. It is a habitational name derived from a place called Thurnau in Bavaria, Germany. The name likely originated with someone who lived in or came from the town of Thurnau. The town itself is named from "Turn", meaning tower, suggesting a place with a prominent defensive tower. Variants of the name may exist due to regional dialects and spelling variations over time. The surname is found primarily in Germany and in countries with significant German diaspora populations.