Turovsky

Turovsky is a surname of Eastern European origin, specifically of Slavic origin. It is a topographic surname, derived from a place name. The suffix "-sky" indicates "from" or "of" a certain place. Therefore, Turovsky signifies someone who originated from or was associated with a place named Turov, Turovka, or similar variations. These place names are common in Belarus, Russia, Ukraine, and Poland. They are often derived from the word "tur," referring to the aurochs, an extinct European wild ox. The surname is prevalent among Ashkenazi Jews and can also be found among non-Jewish populations in Eastern Europe. Variations in spelling may occur due to transliteration differences from Cyrillic alphabets.