Vig

The surname Vig is of English and Norse origin, deriving from the Old Norse word "vig" which means 'battle' or 'war'. It was used as a personal name in medieval England during the Viking Age and later developed into a hereditary surname.

The Vig surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences concentrated in regions where Viking settlement and influence were prominent, such as northern England and Scotland.

Individuals carrying the Vig surname may have ancestral ties to Viking warriors or may have adopted the name based on a reputation for strength, valour, or military prowess. Over time, variations in spelling and pronunciation have led to different branches of the Vig family across the British Isles.

Notable bearers of the surname Vig may have made contributions in various fields such as academia, literature, arts, or even politics, enriching the tapestry of British history and culture.

There are approximately 336 people named Vig in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Vig.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: India

Religion of origin: Sikh

Language of origin: Punjabi

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Amardeep
  • Andrei
  • Manish
  • Navin
  • Paul
  • Pavan
  • Rahul
  • Rajan
  • Ranjit
  • Rishi
  • Rohit
  • Sundeep
  • Vishaal

Female

  • Angela
  • Dionne
  • Evelin
  • Geeta
  • Karen
  • Maria
  • Monika
  • Rupinder
  • Santosh
  • Savita
  • Sonia
  • Stephanie

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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