MCCONNOCHIE

Also recorded as Mc Connochie, Mcconnochie

McConnochie

The surname McConnochie is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Dhonnchaidh," meaning "son of Duncan." The name Duncan itself is an anglicised form of the Gaelic name "Donnchadh," which translates to "brown warrior."

The McConnochie clan is believed to have originated in Scotland, particularly in the Highland regions. Over time, some McConnochies migrated to Ireland, where the name also became established.

The McConnochie surname has various spellings due to anglicisation and regional variations. Some common alternative spellings include McConachie, McConnochie, and McConochie.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the McConnochie surname have been involved in diverse fields such as agriculture, trade, and military service. Today, the surname McConnochie is relatively rare but still persists in Scotland, Ireland, and around the world where descendants of the clan have settled.

The McConnochie surname is regarded with pride by many of its bearers, who commemorate their Scottish and Irish roots through family traditions, gatherings, and historical research.

There are approximately 156 people named McConnochie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McConnochie.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Angus
  • Gary
  • Ian
  • John
  • Kevin
  • Mark
  • Neil
  • Nicholas
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Rennie

Female

  • Claire
  • Isabella
  • Jan
  • Jean
  • Kirsty
  • Laura
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Ruth

Similar and related surnames

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