Snodgrass History

The family name Snodgrass originates from lands in the parish of Irvine, Ayrshire, known as Snodgrasse, or Snodgers, which were rented out in plots. Both forms are recorded in Ayrshire and in Glasgow between the 13th and 16th centuries.

It has been said that the name means "dweller in the smooth grass", whether this is true or not I do not know.

The earliest record I have seen of the name is in the late 17th century in Scottish records.

The first records of the family in the new world are in the mid 18th century in Pennsylvania. From there they have spread across the continent and today there is in excess of 6000 Snodgrass families in the USA.

The following links are to a very detailed history of the Snodgrass family origins by Norman Snodgrass Jr. It would be worthwhile to you if you are interested in the family history.

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