Figurehead in a dream signifies a person in real life that you respect or admire. You may have them as a role model or even as mentor figure.
It could also mean that you are seeking guidance from this person or are feeling under pressure to live up to this person’s standards.
In other words, figureheads in your dreams represent people who matter and can make an impact on your life. They may have been someone you have interacted with in the past, or it could be someone who inspires you. The more prominent they are in the dream, the more significant they are to you.