MCCALLA

Also recorded as Mc Calla, Mccalla

McCalla

McCalla is a British surname that has its origins in Scotland and Ireland. The name is said to be of Gaelic descent, derived from the personal name "Mac Cathmhaoil", meaning "son of Cathmhaol". The surname McCalla is relatively uncommon and has variations in spelling such as MacCalla and McCall.

Individuals bearing the surname McCalla can be found across Britain, particularly in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Throughout history, several notable individuals with the surname McCalla have made contributions in a variety of fields, including academia, politics, and the arts.

The McCalla family name carries a sense of heritage and lineage that reflects the rich cultural tapestry of the British Isles. Today, descendants of the McCalla family continue to uphold their traditions and legacy, keeping the name alive in modern times.

There are approximately 881 people named McCalla in the UK. That makes it roughly the 8,158th most common surname in Britain. Around 14 in a million people in Britain are named McCalla.

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

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Everton
  • Jason
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Paul
  • Reuben
  • Robert
  • Simon

Female

  • Amanda
  • Beverley
  • Brenda
  • Chantelle
  • Charlene
  • Claudette
  • Emma
  • Jasmine
  • Patricia
  • Pauline
  • Rebecca
  • Sandra
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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