Why is orange hair called Ginger?
Why is orange hair called Ginger? Another theory is that those with red hair are called 'Gingers' thanks to ginger-flavoured food, which tend to show an auburn, reddish tinge: ginger cake, gingerbread, and ginger snaps. During this time and throughout the 19th century, Britain occupied parts of Malaysia, home to the Red Ginger plant. What are nicknames for gingers? List of Nicknames for RedheadsGinger.Carrot Top/Head.Fiery Red Head.Rusty – the color of rust.Highlander – referring to Rob Roy MacGregor, a famous Scottish redheaded warrior. Yeti – The Abominable Snowman. Freckles – referring to the matching freckles that accompany red hair. What...