MCGERTY
Also recorded as Mc Gerty, Mcgerty
McGerty
McGerty is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origins. The surname is an anglicised form of the Gaelic name "Mag Oirtig", meaning "son of Oirtig". The prefix "Mac" or "Mc" denotes "son of" in Gaelic.
The McGerty family is believed to have originated in Scotland and Ireland, with a significant presence in regions such as County Donegal in Ireland and the Scottish Highlands. The surname is relatively rare but has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond due to migration and dispersal of families over time.
The coat of arms associated with the McGerty surname typically features elements such as a shield bearing symbols of strength, loyalty, and heritage. The crest may include motifs like lions, crosses, or Celtic designs, reflecting the family's ancestral roots.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname McGerty have been noted for their contributions to various fields, from politics and business to the arts and sciences. They have played a role in shaping the cultural and social landscape of the British Isles and beyond.
Today, the McGerty name endures as a proud symbol of ancestry and heritage for many families across the United Kingdom and in the wider global diaspora.
There are approximately 123 people named McGerty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McGerty.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Colin
- David
- Frank
- Gerard
- James
- John
- Kieran
- Michael
- Paul
- Scott
- Sean
Female
- Janet
- Joyce
- Karen
- Louise
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Robertina