Findlay

Findlay is a Scottish and Northern Irish surname of Gaelic origin. The surname is derived from the Gaelic personal name Fionnlagh, meaning "fair hero" or "fair warrior".

Origins

The Findlays are believed to have originated in Scotland, specifically in areas such as Aberdeenshire and Angus. Over time, the surname spread to Northern Ireland, particularly to counties Antrim and Down.

Notable People

  • Craig Findlay: A Scottish footballer who played as a midfielder.
  • Robin Findlay: A Northern Irish politician known for his contributions to local government.

Variants

Variants of the Findlay surname include Finlay, Finley, and Findley, each with its own unique history and distribution.

Legacy

The Findlay surname has left a lasting legacy in both Scotland and Northern Ireland, with many individuals and families proudly bearing the name and contributing to various fields including sports, politics, and business.

References

  • Reaney, PH, and RM Wilson. A Dictionary of English Surnames. Oxford University Press, 2005.
  • Rogers, Charles. The Scottish surnames of Colonial America. Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc., 2003.

There are approximately 12,239 people named Findlay in the UK. That makes it the 740th most common surname in Britain. Around 188 in a million people in Britain are named Findlay.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • David
  • George
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Anne
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Jean
  • Laura
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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

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