Weatherwax

Weatherwax is a surname of English origin. It has been carried by real-world individuals and, in popular culture, by notable fictional characters. The most widely recognized bearer in fiction is Esmerelda “Granny” Weatherwax from Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series.

Granny Weatherwax is a central witch in the Discworld novels, particularly associated with the kingdom of Lancre. She is known for a practical form of magic called headology, an approach that blends keen observation, moral judgment, and a skeptical, no-nonsense outlook. Her leadership style is firm and direct, and she often admonishes others to take responsibility for their choices. She values independence, personal integrity, and the welfare of others, and she frequently opposes cruelty, deceit, and tyranny. In the Lancre circle of witches, she is a dominant presence, sometimes clashing with and mentoring Nanny Ogg and Magrat Garlick. Her iconic companion is a cat named Greebo, whose antics contrast with her stern demeanor. The character has been influential within fantasy literature and is frequently cited as one of the Discworld series’ most enduring figures.

Outside fiction, Weatherwax is a real-world surname. It is borne by various individuals in genealogical and historical records, but no single figure with the name has the same level of public recognition as the Discworld character.