MACGUIRE
Also recorded as Mac Guire, Macguire
MacGuire
MacGuire, often written as McGuire or Macquire, is a surname of Irish origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic ‘MagUidhir’, which means ‘son of Odhar’ a personal name meaning "pale" or "sallow". The MacGuire clan was historically located in County Fermanagh in present-day Northern Ireland.
The MacGuires have a rich and storied history, with their origins traced back to the 13th century. They were known for their chieftains who ruled the kingdom of Fermanagh and played significant roles in Irish history, particularly during the conflict periods in the Middle Ages.
Many members of the MacGuire family migrated to Britain and other parts of the world, leading to the dispersed presence of the surname. Throughout history, the MacGuires have upheld their strong sense of identity and heritage, even as they integrated into various cultures and societies.
Today, the MacGuire surname can be found in various English-speaking countries, with notable individuals bearing the name in fields such as politics, arts, and literature. The lineage of the MacGuire clan continues to be cherished by many who proudly bear the surname as a symbol of their Irish heritage and ancestral legacy.
There are approximately 175 people named MacGuire in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named MacGuire.
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
- Andrew
- Colin
- Conor
- Daniel
- Ian
- James
- John
- Martin
- Patrick
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Christina
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Frances
- Gail
- Jannette
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
- Victoria