About Highlands
The surname Highlands is likely of Scottish origin and is derived from the geographic term "highlands," referring to elevated or mountainous regions. As a surname, it may have been given to individuals who lived in or near such areas or who had some association with the highlands. The name Highlands signifies a connection to the rugged and picturesque landscapes found in Scotland or other regions with similar geographical features.
Explore your ancestry and health insights with exclusive savings.
Save 15%-60% this holiday season
The surname Highlands is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Highlands based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Highlands is not currently available.
Here's how to represent Highlands in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Highlands using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.