MCCROSSEN
Also recorded as Mc Crossen
McCrossen
McCrossen is a Scottish and Irish surname that originated as a patronymic name, derived from the given name 'Crossan', an anglicised form of the Gaelic 'Croisean' which means "little cross". The prefix 'Mc-' indicates "son of", giving rise to the surname McCrossen.
The McCrossen surname is primarily found in Northern Ireland and Scotland, particularly in regions with strong historical ties to Gaelic and Celtic heritage. Over time, the surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom, as well as to countries with significant Scottish and Irish diaspora populations.
Individuals with the surname McCrossen often have ancestral connections to clans or families with roots in the Celtic traditions of Scotland and Ireland. Variants of the name, such as MacCrossan or McCrossan, may also be encountered, reflecting regional dialects and historical nuances.
Notable bearers of the McCrossen surname have made contributions to various fields, including academia, business, the arts, and politics. The name has retained its cultural significance and serves as a marker of identity for those proud of their Scottish and Irish heritage.
As with many surnames, the variations and adaptations of McCrossen reflect the complex oral traditions and historical migrations that have shaped the development of British and Irish surnames over the centuries.
There are approximately 108 people named McCrossen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McCrossen.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- John
- Neil
- Paul
- Sean
Female
- Denise
- Janice
- Jill
- Kate
- Ling
Similar and related surnames
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