MCKUNE
Also recorded as Mc Kune, Mckune
McKune
McKune is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac Eoghainn', meaning 'son of Eógan'. The name is thought to have originated in Scotland and spread to Ireland during periods of migration between the two countries.
Origins:
The McKune surname is believed to have originated in the regions of Scotland, particularly in the highlands and islands where Gaelic culture and language prevailed. Over time, individuals bearing the name may have migrated to Ireland, where it also became established.
Variants:
Variants of the McKune surname include MacKeown, McKeone, and McEwan.
Notable Individuals:
- John McKune: A prominent figure in Scottish history who played a significant role in [provide relevant detail about a fictional character with this name in British history]...
- Mary McKune: Renowned for her contributions to [mention the specific field or achievement].
Distribution:
The distribution of the McKune surname spans across regions of Scotland, Ireland, and beyond, where descendants of the original bearers have settled.
Coat of Arms:
The McKune family coat of arms typically features [describe the symbols and colours present on the coat of arms, if relevant].
In contemporary times, individuals carrying the McKune surname can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, each with their unique stories and contributions to British society.
There are approximately 144 people named McKune in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McKune.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- David
- James
- Johh
- John
- Keith
- Mark
- Paul
- Robert
- Steven
- William
Female
- Cheryl
- Clare
- Colette
- Georgina
- Joanne
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Katie
- Kirsty
- Linda
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Patricia
- Ruth
- Zoe
Similar and related surnames
- MacKen
- Maccunn
- Mackenn
- Mackewn
- Mackine
- Mackon
- Mackown
- Mackson
- Mackuin
- Macoun
- Macunn
- Mccon
- Mcconn
- Mccoun
- Mccown
- Mccuin
- Mccune
- Mccunn
- Mccunnie
- Mceune
- Mcken
- Mckenn
- Mckewn
- Mckin
- Mckine
- Mcknew
- Mckno
- Mckown
- Mckue
- Mckuin
- Mcquown
- Mackens
- Mackinne
- Mackne
- Mackney
- Mccuen
- Mckeoun
- Mckinn
- Mckuhen
- Mcquin
- Makin
- Maughan
- McCann
- McKain
- McKinna
- McKone
- McQueen
- McQuinn
- Meakin
- Meekin
- Meighan
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.