KYNOCH
Kynoch
Kynoch is a surname of Scottish origin, predominantly found in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Old Gaelic word coinneach, meaning 'handsome' or 'comely'. The Kynoch surname has its roots in the ancient Scottish Highlands.
The Kynoch family name has historical ties to the regions of Aberdeenshire and Kincardineshire in Scotland, where they were known for their involvement in agricultural and landowning pursuits.
In the 19th century, the Kynoch name became associated with industry and innovation through the establishment of the Kynoch Ltd company. Created by George Kynoch, the company became renowned for its production of ammunition, explosives, and firearm components. The Kynoch brand was a hallmark of quality and reliability in the field of munitions.
Throughout the 20th century, the Kynoch surname continued to be linked with advancements in technology and engineering due to the family's contributions to the industrial landscape of Britain.
Today, the Kynoch surname endures as a testament to both Scotland's historical heritage and Britain's industrial prowess. Modern-day bearers of the Kynoch name can be found across various fields, carrying on the legacy of their ancestors in diverse professions and endeavours.
There are approximately 478 people named Kynoch in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Kynoch.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alastair
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- Douglas
- Gordon
- Graham
- Ian
- James
- Jeremy
- John
- Maxwell
- Michael
- Robert
Female
- Alison
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Ruth
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Shona
- Zoe