There are
2935
Buchans in the USA
Buchan is the
10851st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Buchan

JohnBuchan

Scottish novelist, historian and Unionist politician. Best known for writing adventure fiction, including the famous novel 'The Thirty-Nine Steps'.

ElizabethBuchan

British author known for writing contemporary women's fiction novels, including 'Revenge of the Middle-Aged Woman' and 'The Good Wife Strikes Back'.

JohnBuchan,

Scottish novelist and politician who served as the 15th Governor General of Canada. He is renowned for his novel 'The Thirty-Nine Steps' and for promoting Canadian unity.

PeterBuchan

Scottish ballad collector and publisher who played a significant role in preserving and popularizing traditional Scottish folk songs.

AnnaBuchan

Scottish author known by her pen name 'O. Douglas'. She wrote popular novels in the early 20th century, such as 'Olivia in India' and 'Penny Plain'.

Buchan Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Buchan' is of Scottish origin.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Buchan' is primarily associated with Scotland and has spread to other English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Buchan' include 'Buchanan', 'Buxton', 'Buchholz', and 'Buchner'.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration associated with the surname 'Buchan' occurred mainly during the 18th and 19th centuries. Many individuals with the surname migrated from Scotland to countries like Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand in search of better opportunities and a new life.