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.
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.
Typical given names associated with the 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