Selkirk

Selkirk is a surname associated with several notable individuals, including the Scottish poet and soldier William Thomas Senhouse Selkirk, and the fictional character Selkirk, a shipwrecked mariner from Daniel Defoe's novel "Robinson Crusoe." The name itself originates from Scottish heritage, often linked to places or families with historical significance. In broader contexts, "Selkirk" can refer to geographic locations such as towns or regions in the UK and Canada. The significance of the name varies depending on the context, but it generally carries cultural and historical importance related to Scottish roots and literature.