About Weems
The surname Weems is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Old English word "wēoh" meaning "holy" or "consecrated." It is believed to have originally been a topographic name for someone who lived near a holy place or a religious settlement. Over time, the surname Weems may have also been adopted as a patronymic name, indicating descent from someone associated with a holy place or a religious community.
The surname Weems is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Weems 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 Weems in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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