Waugh

Waugh is a surname of Scottish origin that is found in Britain and in many English-speaking countries. It is notably associated with a family of writers and journalists who had a significant impact on 20th-century English literature and media.

Prominent individuals bearing the surname include Evelyn Waugh (1903–1966), an English novelist and journalist whose works, such as Brideshead Revisited and Scoop, are among the best known of the period. Evelyn is often regarded as one of the leading English novelists of the mid-20th century. Alec Waugh (1898–1981), Evelyn’s elder brother, was also a novelist and travel writer, producing numerous works including Island in the Sun. His career complemented the family’s literary reputation and helped establish a broader presence in Anglo-American publishing.

Auberon Waugh (1939–2001), Evelyn’s son, was a British journalist and author known for his satirical writing and commentary in various publications. The Waugh surname thus became associated with both fiction and journalism across generations, contributing to debates on culture, politics, and society in Britain.

The Waugh name continues to be recognized in literary and media circles as a marker of a distinctive, influential family tradition. The combination of Evelyn’s acclaimed fiction with the later journalistic voice of family members has left a lasting imprint on English-language literature.