SCROGGIE
Scroggie
The surname Scroggie is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old Norse personal name Skrokkur, meaning "a stump" or "a short, thickset person". The name is believed to have been introduced into Scotland by Norse settlers during the Viking invasions of the 8th and 9th centuries.
The first recorded instances of the surname Scroggie date back to the early 17th century in Scotland. Over time, the name has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom, including England and Wales.
Individuals bearing the surname Scroggie have been found to be associated with various occupations over the centuries, including farmers, labourers, and craftsmen. The name has also been linked to notable figures in Scottish history.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling have occurred over time, including Skroggie and Skrogg. Today, the surname Scroggie is relatively rare, with concentrations found predominantly in Scotland and the north of England. It remains an intriguing reminder of the cultural and historical connections between Scotland and Scandinavia.
There are approximately 287 people named Scroggie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Scroggie.
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
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Iain
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
- Trevor
- William
Female
- Donna
- Eileen
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jeanette
- Jill
- Kathryn
- Lesley
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan