MCCLOUD
Also recorded as Mc Cloud, Mccloud
McCloud
McCloud, also spelled MacCloud and MacLeod, is a Scottish and Irish surname with origins dating back to ancient Gaelic cultures. The name is derived from the Gaelic "Mac Leòid", meaning "son of Leòd", with "Leòd" being a personal name of uncertain origin.
Origins
The MacLeod clan, associated with the Isle of Skye in the Scottish Highlands, is one of the most prominent families bearing the McCloud surname. They are believed to be descended from Leòd, a son of Olaf the Black, a Norse King of Man. The clan played a significant role in Scottish history, with their chiefs holding the title of "Chief of the Clan MacLeod" for centuries.
Distribution
The McCloud surname is found predominantly in Scotland and Ireland, reflecting the historical links between the two nations. Over the centuries, members of the McCloud family have spread to various parts of the world, particularly North America, where they have continued to uphold their heritage.
Notable Bearers
- Iain McCloud (1938–2010): A Scottish historian known for his research on Gaelic culture and heritage.
- Fiona MacLeod (1855–1905): An Irish poet and novelist whose works explored themes of Celtic mythology and folklore.
References
- Smith, E. (2004). The Clan MacLeod: Scotland's Most Famous Clan. Edinburgh: Birlinn.
There are approximately 569 people named McCloud in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named McCloud.
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
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Keith
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- Stuart
Female
- Amanda
- Brenda
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Florence
- Grace
- Helen
- Julie
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Michelle
- Sarah
- Susan