MCANDREWS
Also recorded as Mc Andrews, Mcandrews
McAndrews
McAndrews is a Scottish and Irish surname of patronymic origin, meaning "son of Andrew". The name is a variant of the more common surname MacAndrews.
Origins
The surname McAndrews is derived from the given name Andrew, which comes from the Greek name "Andreas" meaning 'man' or 'manly'. It is connected to the Apostle Andrew, a disciple of Jesus in the Christian tradition. The "Mc" prefix denotes "son of" in Scottish and Irish surnames.
Distribution
The McAndrews surname is found predominantly in Scotland and Ireland, with a concentration in regions where Gaelic influence remains strong. Over time, members of the McAndrews family have migrated to various parts of the world, particularly to countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable Individuals
- John McAndrews (1920-1999): An acclaimed Scottish painter known for his vibrant landscape paintings.
- Sarah McAndrews (b. 1975): Renowned Irish novelist and poet, whose works have gained international recognition.
Variants
Variants of the McAndrews surname include MacAndrews, McAncrew, McBride, and McPherson among others.
Crest and Motto
The McAndrews family crest features elements such as a lion rampant holding a sword, symbolising strength and valour. The family motto "Fortiter" is Latin for "Bravely" or "Boldly", reflecting the noble attributes of the clan.
References
- Reaney, P. H., Wilson, R. M. (2008). A Dictionary of British Surnames.
- Hanks, P., Hodges, F. (2006). A Dictionary of Surnames. Oxford University Press.
There are approximately 134 people named McAndrews in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McAndrews.
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
- Christopher
- David
- George
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Martin
- Michael
- Neil
Female
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Hazel
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Joyce
- Julie
- Kirsty
- Margaret
- Natalie
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tracey