WHIGHAM
Whigham
Whigham is a Scottish surname that originated in the region of Dumfriesshire in southern Scotland. The name is believed to be of Gaelic origin, derived from “Guaire,” meaning “proud” or “noble.”
The Whigham family is known to have had a long and distinguished history, with records dating back to the early medieval period. The name has various spellings over the centuries, including Quichen, Wigham, and Whighame, before settling on its current form, Whigham.
The Whigham family has been associated with various notable figures in British history, including military leaders, scholars, and artists. One of the most prominent figures bearing the surname was Major General Sir Harold Whigham, a respected British Army officer who served during World War I and World War II.
The Whigham surname continues to be found predominantly in Scotland and England, with notable concentrations in areas such as Dumfriesshire, Edinburgh, and London. Over time, many Whighams emigrated to other parts of the British Empire and beyond, contributing to the global spread of the surname.
Today, individuals with the surname Whigham can be found in a variety of professions and walks of life, continuing the legacy of this ancient Scottish name.
There are approximately 370 people named Whigham in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Whigham.
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
- Alan
- Brian
- David
- Derek
- George
- Grant
- James
- John
- Paul
- Robert
- Steve
- Stuart
- Thomas
Female
- Anne
- Arlene
- Carol
- Charlotte
- Deborah
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Lauren
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Shona