MACNEE
Also recorded as Mac Nee, MacNee
MacNee
MacNee is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the personal name Niall. The prefix "Mac" means "son of," indicating a patronymic origin of the surname. The name Niall itself has ancient roots in Gaelic and Celtic languages, meaning "champion" or "cloud."
The MacNee surname has historical ties to Scotland, particularly in the regions of Ayrshire and Lanarkshire. It is believed that the MacNee clan may have been part of the larger MacNeil or MacNeill clan.
Individuals with the surname MacNee have made contributions across various fields, including the arts, literature, and academia. One of the most notable figures with the MacNee surname is the Scottish actor Patrick Macnee (1922-2015), known for his role as John Steed in the television series "The Avengers."
Today, the MacNee surname continues to be found primarily in Scotland and other parts of the United Kingdom, as well as in various countries where Scottish descendants have settled. The heritage and legacy of the MacNee name reflect the rich history and cultural heritage of Scotland.
There are approximately 117 people named Macnee in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Macnee.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Colin
- Ewan
- Gordon
- Iain
- Ian
- Innes
- James
- Joseph
- Richard
Female
- Edna
- Fiona
- Helen
- Katrina
- Margaret
- Mhairi
- Sarah
- Sheila
- Suzanne
- Vanessa