MCANN
Also recorded as M Cann, M'Cann, M'cann, Mc Ann, Mc'Ann, Mc'ann, Mcann
McAnn
McAnn is a Scottish and Northern Irish surname of Gaelic origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic "Mac Eoghainn," meaning "son of Eoghan." The personal name Eoghan itself is derived from the Old Irish name "Eógan," meaning "born of the yew."
The McAnn surname is primarily found in Scotland and Northern Ireland, with a concentration in the historical province of Ulster. The name is often associated with families of Celtic descent and reflects the rich Gaelic heritage of the region.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the McAnn surname have been involved in various professions and fields, ranging from agriculture to trade to academia. The name has also been passed down through generations, highlighting the importance of family and heritage in Celtic culture.
Today, individuals with the surname McAnn can be found in diverse regions, both within the United Kingdom and across the world, reflecting the diasporic nature of many Scottish and Northern Irish families.
Overall, the McAnn surname holds historical significance and continues to be a prominent name within the Scottish and Northern Irish Celtic communities.
There are approximately 50 people named McAnn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named McAnn.
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