MCALEENAN
Also recorded as Mc Aleenan, Mcaleenan
McAleenan
McAleenan is a surname of Irish origin, predominantly found in Northern Ireland. The name is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic surname "Mac Giolla Fhionáin", meaning "son of the servant of St. Finian".
The McAleenan family is part of the broader Irish diaspora that settled in Northern Ireland and later spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The surname is associated with the cultural and historical heritage of Ireland, particularly in relation to the early Christian saints and monastic traditions.
Over the centuries, the McAleenan surname has evolved and diversified, with different branches of the family adopting variations in spelling and pronunciation. Despite this, individuals bearing the name McAleenan have often maintained a strong sense of pride in their Irish roots and heritage.
Today, individuals with the surname McAleenan can be found in various professions and walks of life, contributing to the cultural tapestry of the United Kingdom and other regions where the Irish diaspora has settled. The name serves as a reminder of the enduring links between Ireland and Britain, reflecting a shared history and a sense of interconnectedness between the two nations.
There are approximately 178 people named McAleenan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named McAleenan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Conor
- Gerard
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Michael
- Niall
- Patrick
- Paul
- Thomas
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Christine
- Claire
- Geraldine
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Patricia
- Rosemary