MCKINVEN
Also recorded as Mc Kinven, Mckinven
McKinven
McKinven is a Scottish surname, originating from the Highlands of Scotland. The name is believed to be of Gaelic origin, deriving from the words "mac," meaning son of, and "Fhionn," meaning fair or white.
The McKinven surname is relatively uncommon, with most bearers of the name residing in Scotland. However, there are instances of McKinvens who have emigrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond.
The name McKinven may have variations in spelling, such as MacKinven or MacKinvern, which are also used by some branches of the family.
Like many Scottish surnames, the McKinven name may be linked to a particular clan or family group, although specific details of the clan affiliation are not widely documented.
Individuals with the surname McKinven have made contributions to various fields, including academia, business, and the arts. The name has a rich history and is part of the tapestry of Scottish surnames that have shaped the cultural landscape of the United Kingdom and beyond.
There are approximately 350 people named McKinven in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named McKinven.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Iain
- Ian
- James
- John
- Neil
- Robert
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Amy
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Kelli
- Laura
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Pauline
- Stacey