Değirmenci is a Turkish surname derived from the occupational term for a miller. The word itself comes from "değirmen," meaning "mill" in Turkish, combined with the suffix "-ci," which indicates a person associated with that place or trade. As a common occupational surname, Değirmenci reflects the historical importance of milling in rural Turkish communities, where millers played a central role in processing grain.Like many Turkish surnames, Değirmenci was adopted widely in the early 20th century following the Turkish Surname Law of 1934, which mandated that every citizen choose a family surname. Before this law, Ottoman naming conventions often used descriptive titles or indicated trade through names like "Değirmencioğlu" (son of the miller). Today, Değirmenci remains a notable surname in Turkey and is also found among Turkish diaspora communities.Meaning: MillerOrigin: TurkishType: Occupational surnameRegion of use: Primarily Turkey