MCGAHEY
Also recorded as Mc Gahey, Mcgahey
McGahey
McGahey is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the Gaelic "Mac Gachaidh." The prefix "Mac" means "son of," while "Gachaidh" is believed to mean "graceful" or "honourable." The surname is predominantly found in Scotland and Ireland, with variations in spelling including McGahee and McGahey.
Historically, the McGahey family was part of the ancient Scottish clan system, with clans being extended families who shared a common surname and heritage. Clan members were often bound by loyalty to a chief and a specific territory. The McGahey clan would have likely resided in the Scottish Highlands or the northern regions of Ireland.
The surname McGahey has played a part in various aspects of British history and culture. Many individuals bearing this name have contributed to fields such as the arts, academia, politics, and the military.
Today, descendants of the McGahey family can be found across the United Kingdom and in countries settled by the Scottish and Irish diasporas. The surname continues to be a point of pride for many who trace their lineage back to the ancient Gaelic clans of Scotland and Ireland.
There are approximately 475 people named McGahey in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named McGahey.
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
- Brian
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Martin
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Robert
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Georgena
- Georgina
- Jacqueline
- Jennifer
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Marie
- Mary
- Paula
- Sarah
- Susan
- Tina