Furney, of Old French origin, was a surname that evolved from various occupational terms. It is derived from 'forner', which refers to a baker, or 'fournier', denoting someone who worked in a furnace or bakery. The name first appeared in England during the late 13th century. Today, Furney is still predominantly found in English-speaking countries, with some occurrences in France and Belgium.
The name Furney experienced a notable rise and fall over these years, with peaks in 1919, 1949, and 1953, totalling 15 births across this period.