MACDERMOTT
Also recorded as Mac Dermott, Macdermott
MacDermott
The surname MacDermott is of ancient Scottish and Irish origin, deriving from the Old Gaelic name "MacDiarmada". The prefix "Mac" signifies "son of", indicating descent from a forebear named Diarmada.
MacDermott is a patronymic surname, popular in both Scotland and Ireland, with various spellings such as McDermott, MacDermott, and MacDiarmada. The name is historically associated with the regions of Lancashire, Leitrim, and Roscommon.
Throughout history, the MacDermott family has been prominent in the political, military, and cultural spheres. They were often recognised as chieftains and nobles in Gaelic society, particularly in Ireland.
Notable individuals bearing the surname MacDermott include Sir Dermot MacDermott, an influential Irish diplomat, and Edward MacDermott, a renowned Scottish architect of the 19th century.
The MacDermott surname continues to be prevalent today, with descendants scattered across the United Kingdom, Ireland, and beyond, upholding the rich heritage and legacy of their ancestors.
There are approximately 285 people named MacDermott in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named MacDermott.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Anthony
- David
- Gary
- Ian
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Robert
- Trevor
Female
- Alison
- Anna
- Beryl
- Denise
- Fiona
- Geraldine
- Lorraine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sandra
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tl
- Victoria
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