The "Debney" family name originated in Lincolnshire, England and traces their ancestral roots back to Norman origin. From as early as the 1520's our "Debney" family roots begin in the county of Staffordshire, England; namely Gnosall which is very close to the Shropshire border. In approximately 1750 our direct line, "William Debney" moved to Shifnal, Shropshire, which is less than 10 km away from Oakengates/Telford.
The "Debney" name has taken various spellings over the years, ranging from "Daubeney" to "Dalbini". For a complete meaning of the "Debney" name, click on this link: |
Origin of the "Debney" Name
