MCGRATTAN
Also recorded as Mc Grattan, Mcgrattan
McGrattan
McGrattan is a surname of Irish origin, predominantly found in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The name is derived from the Irish Gaelic "Mac RaithÃn," which translates to "son of grace" or "graceful one." The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, such as Mag Ratan, Maggrathane, and MacRathain.
Historically, the McGrattan family is associated with the province of Ulster in Northern Ireland, particularly in counties Fermanagh and Tyrone. Some McGrattan individuals later migrated to Scotland, where the surname can also be found today.
Notable individuals bearing the surname McGrattan include individuals in the fields of politics, academia, and sports. As with many Irish surnames, the name McGrattan carries a sense of pride in Irish heritage and history.
The McGrattan surname has evolved and adapted over the years, reflecting the diverse and rich history of the Irish diaspora. Today, individuals bearing the name McGrattan can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, continuing to contribute to various aspects of society.
There are approximately 273 people named McGrattan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named McGrattan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Amanda
- Ann
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Theresa