CATTANACH
Cattanach
Cattanach is a Scottish surname that originated from the Galloway region in southwestern Scotland. The name is derived from the Gaelic "Cathanach," which means "warrior" or "fighter." It is believed that the Cattanach clan may have hailed from the ancient Pictish tribes of Scotland.
The earliest documented instances of the Cattanach surname can be traced back to the 16th century in the parish registers of Galloway. Over time, the Cattanach family spread to other parts of Scotland and beyond, with branches of the clan settling in areas such as the Highlands and Australia.
Like many Scottish surnames, the Cattanach name carries a rich history and is often associated with traits such as strength, resilience, and bravery - reflecting the traditional values of Scottish warrior culture.
Today, individuals bearing the Cattanach surname can be found across the globe, with a notable presence in Scotland, Australia, the United States, and Canada. The varied spelling of the surname, such as Catanach or Catnach, reflects the phonetic evolution of the name over centuries.
The Cattanach surname is a testament to the enduring legacy of Scottish clan culture and the impact of Scottish heritage on a global scale.
There are approximately 801 people named Cattanach in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,760th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named Cattanach.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Donald
- Douglas
- Iain
- Ian
- James
- John
- Monroe
- William
Female
- Alison
- Elizabeth
- Ellen
- Fiona
- Frances
- Gillian
- Helen
- Isabella
- Joan
- Kirsty
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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