MCALL

Also recorded as M Call, M'Call, Mc All, Mc'All, Mc'all, Mcall

McAll

The surname McAll is of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic personal name 'Mac Aill', meaning "son of Aill". The name Aill itself has uncertain origins, and could be related to various Gaelic words and meanings.

The McAll surname is found predominantly in Scotland and Northern Ireland, with variations such as McCall and Macaulay also common. The name is often associated with clans in these regions, with historical records indicating several notable individuals bearing the name.

Over the centuries, the McAll name has spread throughout the United Kingdom and beyond, due to migration and the diaspora of people with Scottish or Irish heritage. Today, individuals with the McAll surname can be found in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

The McAll surname carries with it a sense of heritage and tradition, reflecting the rich cultural history of Scotland and Ireland. It is a reminder of the family connections and ancestry that have shaped the lives of those who bear the name.

Overall, the McAll surname is a prominent and enduring part of British and Irish genealogy, with a legacy that continues to be passed down through generations.

There are approximately 209 people named McAll in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named McAll.

Surname type: From name of parent

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Alexander
  • David
  • Donald
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Lee
  • Leslie
  • Robert
  • Shaun
  • Stephen

Female

  • Belinda
  • Fiona
  • Iris
  • Jacqueline
  • Janet
  • Lesley
  • Michelle
  • Natalie
  • Ruth
  • Sandra
  • Susan
  • Tracey
  • Vanda

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