MCGIVERN
Recorded variant spellings include Mc Givern, Mcgivern
McGivern
McGivern is a surname of Irish origin that is commonly found within Scotland, Northern Ireland, and some parts of England. The name is derived from the Gaelic surname "Mac Shamhrain," meaning son of Samhradh, which translates to 'summer'.
Origin and History
The McGivern surname can be traced back to the ancient Gaelic clans of Ireland, particularly in the province of Ulster. The name has historical links to the O'Neill dynasty, one of the most notable Gaelic Irish families. Over time, many individuals bearing the surname McGivern migrated to Scotland and other parts of the United Kingdom, influencing the distribution of the name.
Distribution and Popularity
The popularity of the surname McGivern is most concentrated in Northern Ireland and Scotland, where many individuals of Irish descent reside. The name can also be found in England, particularly in regions with significant Irish communities.
Notable Individuals
- Paul McGivern: A renowned Scottish footballer who played for several clubs in the Scottish Premiership.
- Siobhan McGivern: A Northern Irish author known for her works on Irish folklore and mythology.
Variants
Variant spellings of the surname McGivern include MacGivern, MacGivern, and McGiveren.
References
For further information on the McGivern surname and its historical significance, one can refer to Irish genealogical records and historical texts on Irish clans and families.
Typical given names associated with the McGivern surname
Male
- David
- Gerard
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Robert
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Ann
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Helen
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Polly
- Sarah
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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There are approximately 1,773 people named McGivern in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,650th most common surname in Britain. Around 27 in a million people in Britain are named McGivern.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Famous people named McGivern
- Ryan McGivern - Northern Irish football player
- Leighton Terence McGivern-Henshaw - Football player
- Laurence McGivern - Northern Ireland/Republic of Ireland swimmer
- Mark McGivern - Olympic volleyball player
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.