HIGGENS
Higgens
The surname Higgens is of English origin and is an Anglicised form of the Gaelic surname Ó’hUiginn, which means "descendant of Uiginn". The name Uiginn is derived from the Old Norse personal name Vigandr, meaning "battle warrior".
The Higgens surname is mainly found in the counties of Lancashire and Yorkshire in England. The name has various spellings, including Higgin, Higgins, and Higons.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Higgens include British actor Anthony Higgens, known for his performances in theatre and television, and Mary Higgens Clark, the British mystery author renowned for her suspenseful novels.
The Higgens family crest features a shield with symbols that represent courage, strength, and loyalty. The motto on the crest reads "Nil Desperandum," which translates to "Never Despair".
The surname Higgens has a long history in Britain and continues to be passed down through generations, representing the proud heritage and roots of the bearers of this esteemed name.
There are approximately 235 people named Higgens in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Higgens.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Adam
- Alan
- Darren
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Laurence
- Michael
- Robin
- Thomas
Female
- Catherine
- Emma
- Frances
- Hazel
- Jean
- Joan
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Lesley
- Mary
- Pauline
- Rachel
- Sally
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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