About Keig
The surname Keig is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "ceig," meaning "steep" or "precipitous." It is a locational surname, typically associated with the region of Aberdeenshire in Scotland. The name likely originated as a topographic or habitational name for someone who lived near a steep or hilly area. Over time, variations of the name, such as Keig, Keige, or Keague, may have emerged. Today, individuals with the surname Keig can be found across the world, particularly in countries with Scottish diaspora.
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The surname Keig is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Keig based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Keig in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Keig using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.