MCCREE

Also recorded as Mc Cree, Mccree

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

McCree

McCree is a Scottish and Northern Irish surname with ancient origins. The name is believed to have been derived from the old Gaelic name "Mac Riach," which means "son of Riach." The prefix "Mac" indicates "son of" in Gaelic.

The McCree surname is commonly found in Scotland and Northern Ireland, particularly in the regions of Galloway and Ulster. It is associated with families that originally resided in these areas and played significant roles in local communities.

Historically, bearers of the McCree name were often farmers, craftsmen, or tradespeople. The surname's variation and distribution can be attributed to migrations and population movements within Scotland and Ireland over the centuries.

Today, individuals carrying the McCree surname can be found across the United Kingdom and other parts of the world, often tracing their ancestry back to Scotland and Ireland.

The McCree name may also be linked to notable individuals in various fields, such as literature, the arts, or public service. The surname represents a part of the rich tapestry of British and Irish surnames, reflecting the diverse heritage and history of these lands.

There are approximately 303 people named McCree in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named McCree.

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
Gary
James
John
Julian
Kevin
Mark
Paul
Peter
Philip
Scott

Female

Alison
Angela
Colette
Dianne
Elizabeth
Fiona
Helen
Jennifer
Katie
Laura
Lynda
Nicola
Susan
Valerie

Similar and related surnames

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