HEADRICK
Headrick
The surname Headrick is of Scottish origin, derived from the Old English personal name Eduard, meaning "rich guard". The name first appeared in the Scottish county of Dumfriesshire, where the Headrick family held a seat from ancient times. The Headrick surname is believed to have been introduced to England by Scottish immigrants, particularly during the medieval period.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Headrick include Dr. Alexander Headrick, a renowned Scottish physician and medical researcher in the 19th century, known for his contributions to the field of infectious diseases. The Headrick surname has also been associated with various achievements in academia, the arts, and business.
Today, the surname Headrick is relatively rare but continues to be found among families with Scottish ancestry, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States. The name has maintained its connection to Scottish heritage and is often associated with traits such as resilience, intelligence, and creativity.
There are approximately 87 people named Headrick in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Headrick.
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
- Brian
- Callan
- Greig
- Ian
- Robert
Female
- Janet
- Janis
- Margaret-ann
- Tarryn
- Virginia