MACEACHERN

MacEachern

MacEachern is a Scottish Gaelic surname derived from the given name Eachann, meaning "Horse Lord." The name is predominantly found in Scotland and is associated with the Clan MacEachern, a Highland Scottish clan.

Origins

The MacEacherns are believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic kingdom of Dalriada in western Scotland. The name has variations such as MacEachan, MacEacheran, and MacEachren.

Clan MacEachern

The MacEacherns are considered a sept of the larger Clan Donald. They settled in the western Highlands and the Hebrides, particularly in the regions of Argyll and the Isle of Skye. The clan played a significant role in the turbulent history of Scotland.

Notable Bearers

• Alex MacEachern: A Scottish football player who played for several clubs in the 1970s.
• Donald MacEachern: An influential figure in Scottish politics during the 19th century.

Modern Distribution

The surname MacEachern is still present in Scotland and has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly in countries with a significant Scottish diaspora such as Canada, the United States, and Australia.

References

• MacEachern Family History: Clan MacEachern Archives
• The Scottish Genealogy Society: Surname Research on MacEachern

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

• Alan
• Archibald
• Campbell
• Colin
• David
• Donald
• Douglas
• Euan
• George
• Ian
• John
• Neil
• William

Female

• Anne
• Bernice
• Carol
• Denise
• Eileen
• Fiona
• Isobel
• Kirsten
• Margaret
• Marianne
• Patricia
• Susan
• Valerie

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.