MCDONOUGH
Also recorded as Mc Donough, Mcdonough
McDonough
The surname McDonough is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Donnchadha," meaning "son of Donnchadh." The name Donnchadh itself is composed of the elements "donn," meaning "brown," and "cath," meaning "battle." The McDonough clan originally hailed from County Clare in Ireland.
The McDonough surname is particularly common in Ireland and the United States. It is associated with individuals who display traits such as strength, resilience, and determination. Over the centuries, the McDonough family has been involved in various fields, including politics, business, and the arts.
Notable individuals with the McDonough surname include John McDonough, a prominent American philanthropist and businessman who played a significant role in the development of New Orleans in the 19th century.
In modern times, the McDonough surname continues to be borne by many individuals of Irish descent, reflecting a connection to a rich historical and cultural heritage.
There are approximately 3,615 people named McDonough in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,548th most common surname in Britain. Around 56 in a million people in Britain are named McDonough.
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
- Anthony
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Caroline
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Joanne
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
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