There are
1745
Slighs in the USA
Sligh is the
16470th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Sligh

DerrickSligh

Derrick Sligh is an American reality TV personality who appeared on the reality show 'American Idol' in 2020.

JordanSligh

Jordan Sligh is an American football player who played for several NFL teams as a wide receiver in the 1970s and 1980s.

EvelynSligh

Evelyn Sligh is an English actress known for her work in theater and film, including her role in the popular play 'The Mousetrap'.

TaylorSligh

Taylor Sligh is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician who gained popularity with her debut album 'Soulful Struggles'.

RichardSligh

Richard Sligh is an American economist and professor known for his contributions to the field of behavioral economics.

EmmaSligh

Emma Sligh is an Australian actress known for her performances in the TV series 'Neighbours' and the film 'The Sapphires'.

RobertSligh

Robert Sligh is a Scottish architect known for his work on historic buildings and landmarks in Edinburgh, including the Royal Mile.

SophiaSligh

Sophia Sligh is an American poet and author known for her acclaimed collection of poems 'Whispering Secrets'.

JosephSligh

Joseph Sligh is an American journalist and news anchor who has worked for major news networks, including CNN and Fox News.

OliverSligh

Oliver Sligh is an English footballer who played as a goalkeeper for various clubs in the English Football League.

Sligh Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Sligh' is a variant of the surname 'Sleigh' which has an English origin. It is derived from the Old Norse personal name 'Sleifr' meaning 'sleek' or 'shapely', and was originally used as a nickname for someone who was slim or elegant in appearance.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Sligh' is primarily found in the United States, particularly in the southern states such as South Carolina, Georgia, and Alabama. It is less common in other English-speaking countries.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Sligh' include 'Slaight' and 'Sleight'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Sligh' is associated with the migration and immigration of European settlers to the United States, particularly during the colonial period and the expansion to the southern states.