Meaning and history
Drummond is a Scottish given name transferred from a surname. The surname comes from lands called Drymen or Drummond and is linked with Gaelic druim, meaning “ridge” or “back.” The Drummond family became prominent in medieval and early modern Scotland, giving the name aristocratic associations. As a first name it retains this family-name history. Notable bearers include British diplomat Drummond Shiels and Canadian lawyer and politician Drummond Chaplin.