MCELDERRY
Also recorded as Mc Elderry
McElderry
McElderry is a surname of Scottish and Northern Irish origin. It is believed to be derived from the Old Gaelic name Mac Gille Dheara, meaning "son of the servant of God."
The McElderry family has a long history, with records indicating that they have been present in Scotland and Northern Ireland for centuries. The surname is common in regions such as Ayrshire and Lanarkshire in Scotland, as well as in counties like Antrim and Down in Northern Ireland.
Notable individuals bearing the surname McElderry include Joe McElderry, a British singer and winner of the sixth series of the reality TV show The X Factor in 2009.
The McElderry surname is part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the diverse heritage and history of the British Isles.
There are approximately 52 people named McElderry in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named McElderry.