Twiggs

Twiggs is a name used for both places and people, particularly in the United States. The most prominent geographic reference is Twiggs County, Georgia, a rural county in central Georgia. Established in the early 19th century, the county was named for a U.S. Army officer with the surname Twiggs, reflecting a common practice of honoring public figures in place names. The county’s economy has historically centered on agriculture, with later diversification into light industry and services.

The surname Twiggs is of English origin and appears in American historical records dating to colonial times. People bearing the name have been involved in military, political, and civic life, among other fields. Beyond the Georgia county, the name appears in various local markers, streets, and institutions, illustrating its historical footprint in American toponymy.