MACNAMEE
Also recorded as Mac Namee, Macnamee
MacNamee
MacNamee is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origins. The name is an anglicised form of the Gaelic Mac Conmidhe, which means 'son of the warrior of midhe'. The Midhe region historically referred to areas in both Scotland and Ireland.
The MacNamee name is primarily associated with Scotland and Ireland, with a long history dating back to medieval times. The surname is most commonly found in regions such as County Derry in Northern Ireland and the Western Isles of Scotland.
Individuals bearing the MacNamee surname have made notable contributions in various fields, including literature, arts, and politics. The name has retained its significance in the cultural heritage of both Scotland and Ireland.
Today, the MacNamee surname continues to be a part of the rich tapestry of Scottish and Irish surnames, reflecting the shared history and heritage of the Celtic peoples.
There are approximately 64 people named MacNamee in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named MacNamee.