MCCART

Also recorded as Mc Cart, Mccart

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

McCart

McCart is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name MacArt, meaning ‘son of Art’. The name Art is a traditional Gaelic name that means ‘bear’, emphasizing strength and courage.

The McCart surname is prevalent in both Scotland and Ireland, with notable concentrations in counties such as Antrim in Northern Ireland, and Argyll in Scotland. It is common among families with a Scottish and Irish heritage.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname McCart have been found in various professions and fields, from agriculture and trades to politics and the arts. They have contributed to the cultural and historical tapestry of the British Isles, leaving a lasting legacy.

Today, individuals with the surname McCart can be found across the world, often with roots in Scotland or Ireland. The name continues to be passed down through generations, connecting modern-day individuals to their ancestral past.

There are approximately 363 people named McCart in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named McCart.

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
George
Graeme
James
John
Kevin
Michael
Patrick
Paul
Robert
Stephen
Thomas
William

Female

C/o
Catherine
Claire
Elizabeth
Helen
Julia
Margaret
Mary
Patricia
Pauline
Rosemary
Susan
Yvonne

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