Summary

Surname WEEMS is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word 'uaimh', meaning 'cave'. It is believed to have originated as a locational surname for someone living near a cave. The Weems family history can be traced back to the 14th century in Scotland.
There are
10231
Weemss in the USA
Weems is the
3494th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Weems

MasonLocke

Author of the famous American biography of George Washington, known for inventing the widely spread tale about the cherry tree and the phrase 'I cannot tell a lie'.

BenjaminWeems

Union army soldier during the American Civil War, awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery and valor during the Battle of Gettysburg.

GeorgeFrederick

Renowned American navigator and inventor of the Weems System of Navigation, a simplified method for calculating ship's position at sea.

RebeccaLatimer

Prominent American political figure and reformer, the first woman to serve in the United States Senate, known by her married name Rebecca Latimer Felton, but her birth surname being Weems.

CarrieWeems

Contemporary American artist, widely recognized for her thought-provoking photography exploring themes of race, gender, and identity in American society.

Weems Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Weems originated from Scotland.
Geographic DistributionWeems is primarily found in the United States, particularly in the states of Virginia, Maryland, and Georgia.
VariationsVariations of the surname Weems include Wemes, Weemsie, and Wemyss.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration of individuals with the surname Weems occurred during the late 18th century and throughout the 19th century. Many Weems families migrated from Scotland to the United States due to economic opportunities, seeking land, and pursuing a better life.