Higgins
“descendant of Uiginn — 'the Viking'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Higgins an Irish name?
Higgins is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó hUiginn.
What does the surname Higgins mean?
Higgins (Irish: Ó hUiginn) means “descendant of Uiginn — 'the Viking'”. Origin: Gaelic learned family.
Where in Ireland is the surname Higgins from?
The historic homeland of the Higgins name is Sligo, Mayo, Westmeath. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Higgins?
Ó hUiginn. Related spellings: O'Higgins.
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