MCCAIG
Also recorded as Mc Caig, Mccaig
McCaig
McCaig is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the personal name 'Aodh,' meaning fire, and 'gheal,' meaning bright or white. The name McCaig is predominantly found in Scotland, particularly in the Western Isles and Argyll.
History
The McCaig surname has ancient roots in the Scottish Highlands, with historical records dating back to the 16th century. The family is believed to have been part of the Clan MacKay, a prominent Highland clan known for their strength and bravery.
Notable Individuals
Some notable individuals bearing the surname McCaig include:
- John McCaig (1949-2016): A renowned Scottish artist known for his intricate drawings and sculptures inspired by nature and geometry.
- Linda McCaig (born 1965): A successful Scottish businesswoman and philanthropist, known for her contributions to various charitable causes in Scotland.
- David McCaig (born 1980): British historian and author specialising in the history of the Scottish Highlands and its clans.
Legacy
The McCaig surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a strong connection to its Scottish heritage. Today, individuals with the surname McCaig can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, actively contributing to diverse fields and professions.
There are approximately 1,675 people named McCaig in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,902nd most common surname in Britain. Around 26 in a million people in Britain are named McCaig.
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
- Alan
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Carol
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Linda
- Lorraine
- Lynne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Maccaig
- Macaig
- M'Caig
- Mccaige
- Macak
- Maccuaig
- Macgough
- Mackegg
- Macock
- Macuga
- Macuk
- Magog
- Magoga
- Magough
- Makowka
- Maycock
- Maycook
- Mccaa
- Mccae
- Mccage
- Mccagh
- Mccaghy
- Mccagie
- Mccague
- Mccaie
- Mccaighy
- Mccaigue
- Mccail
- Mccain
- Mccaughie
- Mccay
- Mccoig
- Mccook
- Mccooke
- Mccouaig
- Mccough
- Mccraig
- Mccuaig
- Mccugh
- Mcgagh
- Mcgaig
- Mcgaugh
- Mcgough
- Mckague
- Mckaig
- Mckaigg
- Mckaigue
- Mckeag
- Mckeage
- Mckeague
- Mckegg
- Mckeggie
- Mckeigh
- Mckeigue
- Mckeogh
- Mckeough
- Mcquaig
- Mcquigg
- Meacock
- Mecock
- Mikac
- Mikic
- Mikuc
- Mikucki
- Mocock
- Mokoko
- Mowcock
- Mukuka
- Mycock
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