MACALLISTER
Also recorded as Mac Allister, Macallister
MacAllister
MacAllister is a Scottish and Irish surname of Celtic origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic Mac Alasdair, meaning "son of Alasdair". In Scotland, the name is often associated with Clan MacAlister of the Scottish Highlands, a clan which played a significant role in Scottish history.
The MacAllister surname is most commonly found in Scotland and Ireland, but it can also be found in other English-speaking countries due to migration and emigration patterns over the centuries.
Notable individuals bearing the MacAllister surname include prominent figures in various fields such as arts, politics, academia, and sports. The surname has a rich history and has contributed greatly to the cultural heritage of Scotland and Ireland.
In modern times, the MacAllister surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its Celtic roots and the traditions of the Scottish and Irish people.
There are approximately 459 people named MacAllister in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named MacAllister.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Christopher
- David
- Donald
- James
- John
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Karen
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Paola
- Rosemary
- Susan
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