The surname "Higgins" is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "O hUiginn," which means "descendant of Uiginn." It is a common surname in Ireland and among Irish communities worldwide. The name has various spellings, including "Higgin" and "Higgens," and is often associated with the regions of County Kerry and County Tipperary. Higgins is also a notable surname in the United States, where many Irish immigrants carried it over during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The name has been borne by various prominent individuals, including Higgins Boat inventor Andrew Higgins and Higgins the fictional character from the television series "Magnum, P.I."