MCCANDLISH
Also recorded as Mc Candlish, Mccandlish
McCandlish
The surname McCandlish is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "MacGhille-Domhnaich", which translates to "son of the devotee of the Lord". The name is commonly found in the southwest of Scotland, particularly in the region of Galloway.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname McCandlish were known to be involved in various professions such as farming, fishing, and tradesmen. The McCandlish family has a long-standing history in Scotland, with records dating back centuries.
The McCandlish name has spread beyond Scotland, with many individuals of Scottish descent bearing the surname residing in other parts of the United Kingdom and around the world. As with many Scottish surnames, the McCandlish name often denotes a strong sense of heritage and pride in one's Scottish roots.
Today, individuals with the surname McCandlish can be found across a variety of professions and industries, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. The name continues to carry with it a sense of tradition and connection to the Scottish heritage from which it originates.
There are approximately 431 people named McCandlish in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named McCandlish.
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
- Andrew
- Craig
- Douglas
- Ian
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Malcolm
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Agnes
- Catherine
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Faye
- Jane
- Joanne
- Lorna
- Margaret
- Mary
- Natalie
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Susan
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