BAUGH

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Baugh

Baugh is a surname of Welsh origin, derived from the Gaelic word "bá", meaning "danger" or "death". It is believed to have been a nickname for a brave or intrepid individual. The surname originated in Wales but has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.

Notable Individuals:

Henry Baugh (1800-1871): A renowned architect known for his Gothic Revival style buildings in the Midlands.
Rachel Baugh (b. 1985): A British artist whose innovative sculptures have been exhibited in galleries across the UK.

Distribution and Popularity:

The surname Baugh is relatively common in areas with Welsh heritage, such as Wales, Shropshire, and Cheshire. It is also found in other parts of the United Kingdom and has been carried to other countries through migration.

Variants:

Variants of the surname include Bough and Bow. Due to variations in spelling over the centuries, the surname may also appear as Bau, Baw, or Bach.

References:

Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A dictionary of English surnames. Oxford University Press.
Hanks, P., Coates, R., & McClure, P. (2016). The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland. Oxford University Press.

There are approximately 2,585 people named Baugh in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,426th most common surname in Britain. Around 40 in a million people in Britain are named Baugh.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Anthony
Christopher
David
James
John
Michael
Paul
Peter
Stephen

Female

Christine
Emma
Helen
Judith
Julie
Karen
Lesley
Margaret
Mary
Nicola
Patricia
Sarah
Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.