Nimmo

Origin and Meaning: Nimmo is a Scottish surname with roots in the ancient Gaelic language. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Numha," which means "son of Nuadh." The name Nuadh itself means "new" in Gaelic. Nimmo is primarily found in Scotland, especially in the regions of Lanarkshire and Stirlingshire, but it can also be traced in Northern Ireland.

History: The surname Nimmo has ancient Scottish origins and is thought to have been initially used as a patronymic, indicating a descendant of a man named Nuadh. The name has likely evolved over centuries as families moved and intermingled in different regions, resulting in variations in spelling and pronunciation.

Notable Individuals:

  • Allan Nimmo: A Scottish footballer who played for various clubs in the 19th century.
  • Sir William Nimmo: A prominent Scottish architect known for his work on several notable buildings in the 18th century.

Variants: Variants of the Nimmo surname include Nemo, Nimnock, and Neimo.

Coat of Arms: The Nimmo family coat of arms features symbols that represent traditions, values, and history associated with the surname. The shield often includes elements such as chevrons, stars, and heraldic animals, reflecting the familial lineage of the bearer.

Modern Distribution: Today, the surname Nimmo is relatively rare compared to other Scottish surnames but can still be found in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Many Nimmo descendants have migrated to various parts of the world, contributing to the diaspora of the name.

References:

  • MacLysaght, Edward. The Surnames of Ireland. Irish Academic Press, 1985.
  • Black, George F. The Surnames of Scotland: Their Origin, Meaning, and History. New York Public Library, 1999.

There are approximately 3,563 people named Nimmo in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,581st most common surname in Britain. Around 55 in a million people in Britain are named Nimmo.

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

  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Robert
  • Stuart
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Agnes
  • Anne
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Jacqueline
  • Jane
  • Karen
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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