There are
1731
Gaws in the USA
Gaw is the
16575th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Gaw

EvaLongoria

Eva Longoria is an American actress, producer, director, and activist, best known for her role as Gabrielle Solis on the television series 'Desperate Housewives.'

KyleMacLachlan

Kyle MacLachlan is an American actor known for his roles in TV shows like 'Twin Peaks' and movies like 'Blue Velvet' and 'Dune.'

VivianHsu

Vivian Hsu is a Taiwanese singer, actress, and model who has achieved success in the entertainment industry in Taiwan, Japan, and China.

JerryYan

Jerry Yan is a Taiwanese actor, singer, and model best known for his role as Dao Ming Si in the Taiwanese drama series 'Meteor Garden.'

TamlynTomita

Tamlyn Tomita is an American actress known for her roles in movies like 'The Karate Kid Part II' and 'The Day After Tomorrow' and TV shows like 'Teen Wolf.'

LeoKu

Leo Ku is a Hong Kong singer, actor, and record producer known for his Cantonese pop songs and his performances in movies like 'Burning Flame' and 'Love Undercover.'

DanielWu

Daniel Wu is an American actor, director, and producer who has appeared in both American and Hong Kong films, including 'New Police Story' and 'Tomb Raider.'

AnitaMui

Anita Mui was a Hong Kong singer and actress who was regarded as one of the most successful and influential Cantopop artists of all time.

MosesChan

Moses Chan is a Hong Kong actor known for his work in TVB dramas like 'Survivor's Law' and 'Heart of Greed' and his collaborations with actress Charmaine Sheh.

JoyceCheng

Joyce Cheng is a Hong Kong singer, songwriter, and actress who is the daughter of renowned Hong Kong singer and actor Lydia Shum.

Gaw Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Gaw' has origins in various cultures and languages. It is a common surname in China, where it is written as 高 (Gāo) and is often of Mandarin origin. In the Philippines, it is a surname of Chinese Hokkien origin and is written as 高. In Scotland, Gaw is a variant of the surname 'Gow,' which is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word 'gobha,' meaning 'blacksmith.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Gaw' is most common in China, especially in the provinces of Guangdong, Fujian, and Jiangsu. It is also found in significant numbers in the Philippines, particularly among the Chinese-Filipino community. In Scotland, the surname 'Gaw' is less common but can still be found.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Gaw' include 'Gao' (the Mandarin equivalent) and 'Gow' (the Scottish variant).
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Gaw' can be traced to the Chinese diaspora in Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, where many Chinese immigrants settled and established businesses. In more recent years, there has been an increase in migration from China to other countries, leading to the spread of the surname 'Gaw' in various parts of the world.