There are
4299
Highsmiths in the USA
Highsmith is the
7721st
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Highsmith

PatriciaHighsmith

American novelist known for her psychological thrillers, particularly the series featuring the character Tom Ripley.

HillaryJordan

American author best known for her novel 'Mudbound' which explores racial tensions and hardships in the Mississippi Delta after World War II.

ThomasClyde

American football player who played as a defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers and the Baltimore Colts in the 1950s and 1960s.

JamesEdmund

American author and journalist who wrote several non-fiction books, including 'Real Pirates' and 'Mexico in Crisis.'

JoelHighsmith

American football player who played as a running back for the Ottawa Redblacks in the Canadian Football League.

Highsmith Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Highsmith has English origins.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Highsmith is primarily found in the United States, specifically in the southern states like Texas and Mississippi.
VariationsVariations of the surname Highsmith include Hysmith, Hisemith, and Heysmith.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration involving the Highsmith surname occurred primarily in the 19th and 20th centuries. Many Highsmiths migrated from Europe, particularly England and Scotland, to the United States in search of better opportunities and a new life.