MCDOUGLE
Also recorded as Mc Dougle, Mcdougle
McDougle
The surname McDougle is a variation of the Scottish surname MacDougall, with the prefix "Mac" often being dropped over time. The name originates from the Gaelic name "MacDhubhghaill", with "Mac" meaning "son of" and "Dhubhghaill" possibly derived from the Norse name "Dubhgall", meaning "dark foreigner". The MacDougall clan is a prominent Highland Scottish clan with historical roots in Argyll and Lorn.
Over the centuries, the McDougle name has spread beyond Scotland, with some branches of the family establishing themselves in England and other parts of the world through migration and settlement. As is common with many Scottish surnames, variations in spelling such as McDougal, MacDougall, and MacDugald are not uncommon.
Individuals bearing the surname McDougle can trace their ancestry to the ancient MacDougall clan and often have a proud legacy with ties to the rugged landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. The name McDougle carries with it a sense of history and heritage, symbolising the enduring legacy of the Scottish clans in the modern world.
There are approximately 78 people named McDougle in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named McDougle.
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
- Clovis
- John
- Kevin
- Peter
- Timothy
Female
- Alison
- Lucy
- Nichola
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