SCORGIE
Scorgie
Scorgie is a Scottish or northern English surname of locational origin, derived from the place called Scorguie in the Scottish Highlands. The place name itself is believed to come from the Scottish Gaelic word "sgor" meaning "a gap or a pass," implying a geographical feature in the landscape.
The surname Scorgie is relatively rare, and those who bear it are often found in Scotland or among Scottish diaspora communities around the world. Over time, variations in spelling such as "Scorgas" or "Scorgy" have been recorded.
Like many surnames with a locational origin, individuals with the surname Scorgie may have adopted it based on their ancestral ties to the place or through migration to other regions. Family histories connected to the name Scorgie may provide insights into the migration patterns and social structures of past eras.
In contemporary times, individuals bearing the surname Scorgie may be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The study of genealogy and the exploration of family trees can help provide a deeper understanding of the roots and branches of the Scorgie family name.
There are approximately 423 people named Scorgie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Scorgie.
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
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Donald
- Douglas
- Gary
- Ian
- John
- Keith
- Mark
- Robert
- William
Female
- Annie
- Diane
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Gordana
- Helen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Moira
- Morag
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan