MCPARTLIN

Also recorded as Mc Partlin, Mcpartlin

McPartlin

McPartlin is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the Old Gaelic name Mac Pháirtéalaín, meaning "son of Bartholomew". The surname is shared by individuals of both Scottish and Irish heritage, with notable concentrations in the counties of Armagh and Fermanagh in Northern Ireland, as well as in Argyllshire and Lanarkshire in Scotland.

Members of the McPartlin family can be found throughout the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where Irish and Scottish diaspora have migrated. The name has also gained recognition due to the prominent British television presenter duo Ant and Dec, with Anthony McPartlin being one half of the popular duo Ant & Dec.

The McPartlin surname has a rich history and is associated with traditional Gaelic culture and heritage. As with many Gaelic surnames, it reflects a connection to a specific ancestor or clan. Over the centuries, individuals bearing the name have contributed to various fields, including the arts, literature, business, and politics.

In modern times, the McPartlin surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its significance within families of Scottish and Irish descent. The name serves as a reminder of the enduring cultural legacy of the Gaelic peoples and their influence on British history.

There are approximately 429 people named McPartlin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named McPartlin.

Surname type: From name of parent

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Christopher
  • David
  • Gerard
  • James
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Malcolm
  • Michael
  • Neil
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Stephen

Female

  • Amanda
  • Angela
  • Anne
  • Claire
  • Dorothy
  • Elizabeth
  • Jill
  • Julie
  • Leanne
  • Marie
  • Mary
  • Maureen
  • Pamela
  • Susan

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