MACKLIN
Also recorded as Mac Klin
Macklin
Macklin is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Mac Gille Fhionntain, meaning "son of the devotee of St. Finnan." The name has historical roots in both Scotland and Ireland, with variations such as McLaughlin and McKeoghlin also being commonly found.
The earliest recorded instances of the Macklin surname date back to the 14th century in Scotland. Over the centuries, bearers of the surname have spread to other parts of the British Isles and beyond, with Macklins being found in England, Ireland, and further afield in countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Macklin include British actor Charles Macklin (1699–1797), known for his contributions to the theatre in the 18th century, and American basketball player and coach Kelvin Ransey Macklin (b. 1959). The surname has also been used in fictional works, such as in the character of Jenny Macklin in the popular British soap opera "EastEnders."
The Macklin surname continues to be passed down through generations, with modern-day bearers of the name contributing to a variety of fields and industries. The name retains its historical significance and cultural heritage, reflecting the diverse ancestral origins of those who bear it.
There are approximately 2,057 people named Macklin in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,123rd most common surname in Britain. Around 32 in a million people in Britain are named Macklin.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Caroline
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jean
- Karen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Mackline
- Mackelin
- Macklain
- Macklan
- Macklen
- Mackling
- Macklins
- Macklon
- Macklyn
- Mackulin
- Maclin
- Macline
- Maclynn
- Maklin
- Mccline
- Mclean
- Mclin
- Mcline
- Mclinn
- Mclynn
- Mecklin
- Micklin
- Mucklin
- Mackin
- Macklean
- Mackly
- Mackmin
- Maclien
- Macquillin
- Makelin
- Mcalinn
- Mcallin
- Mccallin
- Mccolin
- Machlin
- Mackley
- McAllen
- McClean
- McClune
- McCullen
- McGlone
- McGlynn
- McLane
- McQuillan
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.