In what country can a man be referred to as "First Footer"?

In Scotland, a man who is the first person to enter a home after midnight on New Year's Day may be called a first footer. The custom is known as first-footing and is closely associated with Hogmanay, Scotland's New Year celebration.

Traditionally, the first footer was often a tall, dark-haired man, who was considered a lucky visitor. He might bring symbolic gifts such as coal for warmth, salt for prosperity, shortbread for food, or whisky for good cheer. The visitor's arrival was meant to forecast the household's fortunes for the year ahead.

The tradition is especially Scottish but is related to older customs found elsewhere in Britain. It is not a formal title or occupation; “first footer” simply describes the first guest crossing the threshold after the New Year begins. Modern celebrations vary widely, but the name remains strongly linked with Scottish Hogmanay.