GIRVAN
Girvan
Girvan is a surname of Scottish origin, believed to be derived from the town of Girvan in South Ayrshire. The town's name is thought to come from the Gaelic words "Grian" and "Bhan", meaning "white sun". The surname Girvan is believed to have been given to individuals who hailed from or had some connection to the town of Girvan.
The Girvan surname has been recorded in historical documents dating back to the medieval period, with variations in spelling such as Girvin and Girwen. Over the centuries, the Girvan family name has spread beyond Scotland to other parts of the United Kingdom and the world.
Individuals bearing the Girvan surname have contributed to various fields, including academia, the arts, business, and politics. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its origins in Scotland.
Today, the Girvan name serves as a reminder of the town from which it originated and the rich history of the Scottish people.
There are approximately 1,630 people named Girvan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,989th most common surname in Britain. Around 25 in a million people in Britain are named Girvan.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
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
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Anita
- Catherine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan