Twigg

Twigg is a surname of English origin, particularly prevalent in the Derbyshire region of England. The name is of topographic origin, deriving from the Middle English word "twig" meaning a small branch or shoot, and would have likely been used as a nickname for someone who lived by a prominent branch or small river. Another possible origin of the name is from the Old Norse personal name "Þórgautr".

The first recorded instance of the Twigg surname dates back to the 13th century in the Derbyshire region, which suggests that the name has ancient roots in the area. Over time, the Twigg surname has spread across other parts of England and even internationally.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Twigg include politicians such as Stephen Twigg, a British Labour Party politician, and sports figures such as Jim Twigg, a former professional footballer.

The Twigg surname represents a piece of English history and heritage, linking individuals to their ancestral roots in Derbyshire and beyond.

There are approximately 4,099 people named Twigg in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,271st most common surname in Britain. Around 63 in a million people in Britain are named Twigg.

Surname type: Nickname

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Simon
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amy
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Janet
  • Karen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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