MCLAFFERTY
Also recorded as Mc Lafferty, Mclafferty
McLafferty
McLafferty is a Scottish and Irish surname originating from Gaelic heritage. The name is believed to be derived from the Gaelic Mac Labhraidh, meaning "son of Labhradha". The name Labhradha is a personal name that translates to "speaker" or "spokesman".
The McLafferty surname is found predominantly in Scotland, particularly in the Western Isles and the Highlands. Over time, the name has also spread to Ireland and the United States through migration.
Individuals with the surname McLafferty have made notable contributions to various fields, including academia, politics, and the arts. The name carries with it a sense of heritage and cultural identity, reflecting the rich history of the Scottish and Irish populations.
Today, McLafferty remains a relatively uncommon surname, but its significance in retaining connections to Celtic traditions and languages persists among those who bear it.
There are approximately 416 people named McLafferty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named McLafferty.
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
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Charles
- David
- Edward
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Kenneth
- Kevin
- Paul
- Samuel
- Sean
Female
- Amanda
- Anne
- Carol
- Catherine
- Christine
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Hannah
- Helen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Prue
- Sharon
- Tracy
- Veronica
Similar and related surnames
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