MacOvei

MacOvei is a Scottish surname of likely Romanian origin. The prefix "Mac" denotes "son of" in Scottish and Irish surnames, while "Ovei" could potentially be derived from a Romanian name or term.

The origin and history of the MacOvei surname may be traced back to the migration patterns and historical interactions between Scotland and Romania. Surnames often reflect a person's ancestral lineage, occupation, or place of origin, indicating that individuals bearing the surname MacOvei may have connections to Romania or Romanian cultural roots.

In contemporary times, individuals with the surname MacOvei may be found across various regions of the United Kingdom and beyond, reflecting migration and the spread of surnames due to diverse factors such as conquest, trade, or marriage.

The surname MacOvei embodies a blend of Scottish and possible Romanian heritage, highlighting the rich tapestry of genealogy and cultural exchange prevalent in British history.

There are approximately 58 people named Macovei in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Macovei.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexandru
  • Cosmin
  • Daniel
  • George
  • Ionut
  • Mihai
  • Petru
  • Stefan
  • Vasile
  • Vlad

Female

  • Ana
  • Andreea
  • Elena
  • Gabriela
  • Ionela
  • Irina
  • Manuela
  • Mihaela
  • Mirela
  • Paula

Similar and related surnames

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

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