LONGMUIR
Longmuir
The surname Longmuir is of Scottish origin, derived from the Old Norse name "Ljómarr," meaning 'shining sea.' It is believed to have been brought to Scotland by Viking settlers during the 8th to 10th centuries.
The Longmuir family name is mainly found in the regions of Fife, Perthshire, and Angus in Scotland. Over the centuries, various branches of the Longmuir family have established themselves in different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Longmuir include Alan Longmuir (1953–2018), a Scottish musician and founding member of the pop group Bay City Rollers, who enjoyed international success in the 1970s.
The Longmuir name carries a rich history and heritage, typical of many Scottish surnames with Norse origins. Its bearers have contributed to various fields, leaving a lasting legacy in Scotland and beyond.
Typical given names associated with the Longmuir surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Mark
- Robert
- Roy
- Scott
- William
Female
- Christine
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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There are approximately 1,032 people named Longmuir in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,187th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Longmuir.
Famous people named Longmuir
- Derek Longmuir - Musician
- Alan Longmuir - Musician (1948 to 2018)
- Bill Longmuir - Golfer
- John Longmuir - Poet and lexicographer (1803 to 1883)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.