Vigh

Vigh is a British surname, originating from Hungary. It is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Hungarian immigrants, most likely during the late 19th or early 20th century. The surname Vigh is relatively uncommon in the UK and is not listed among the most prevalent British surnames.

The exact meaning and origin of the surname Vigh are uncertain, but it is likely to have derived from a Hungarian word or place name. Surnames often provide clues to a person's ancestry, occupation, or place of origin, so further research into the family history of individuals bearing the surname Vigh may yield more information.

As with many immigrant surnames, the pronunciation of Vigh in British English may differ from the original Hungarian pronunciation due to anglicisation over generations. Despite its rarity in the UK, individuals with the surname Vigh are likely to have a unique and culturally diverse ancestry that sets them apart from more common British surnames.

There are approximately 27 people named Vigh in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Vigh.

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