Summary

The surname TUGGLE is of English origin and is believed to have originated from a personal name or nickname 'Tugel' meaning 'bow-legged' or 'bandy-legged'. It may also be a variant of the surname TUGWELL, derived from the Old English word 'tugian', meaning 'to draw' or 'to drag'. The TUGGLE family history can be traced back to the early medieval period in England.
There are
6589
Tuggles in the USA
Tuggle is the
5285th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Tuggle

JohnTuggle

American football player who played as a running back for the New York Giants in the 1980s.

HenryTuggle

English explorer known for his expeditions to the Arctic regions in the 19th century.

SarahTuggle

African-American activist and leader of the civil rights movement in the 1960s.

JamesTuggle

Scottish poet and playwright who gained popularity in the 18th century for his satirical works.

EmilyTuggle

Canadian biologist and researcher known for her groundbreaking work in marine conservation.

Tuggle Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Tuggle has English and Scottish origins.
Geographic DistributionTuggle is primarily found in the United States, England, and Scotland.
VariationsVariations of the surname Tuggle include Tuggles and Tuggleson.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration involving the Tuggle surname occurred over different periods of history and in various locations due to factors such as economic opportunities, wars, and colonization.