MCGARRELL
Also recorded as Mc Garrell, Mcgarrell
McGarrell
McGarrell is a distinguished Irish surname that originates from the Gaelic name "Mag Eachaidh," meaning "son of Eachaidh." The name is primarily found in Ireland and Scotland, with a notable presence in the United Kingdom, particularly in Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Origins
The McGarrell surname is associated with the O'Neill clan in Ireland, a powerful Gaelic family that played a significant role in the country's history. The surname is believed to have originated in County Tyrone in Northern Ireland.
Distribution and Legacy
Over the years, the McGarrell surname has spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, following the Irish diaspora. Many individuals bearing the surname have made notable contributions in various fields, including but not limited to art, literature, academia, and politics.
Notable Individuals
- John McGarrell (1820–1898) – Renowned Irish artist known for his landscape paintings.
- Dr. Aoife McGarrell – Eminent historian and academic specialising in Celtic studies.
- Sir William McGarrell – Influential politician who served as Member of Parliament for Tyrone in the early 20th century.
The McGarrell surname continues to be cherished by those who bear it, serving as a reminder of the rich history and heritage of the Irish and Scottish people.
There are approximately 281 people named McGarrell in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named McGarrell.
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
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Kevin
- Michael
- Peter
- Robert
- Stefan
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Brenda
- Christina
- Elizabeth
- Gillian
- Jane
- Laura
- Louise
- Margaret
- Marie
- Mary
- Paula
- Shirley
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- Macgrail
- Mackarel
- Mackarell
- Mackarill
- Mackeral
- Mackerall
- Mackerel
- Mackerell
- Mackerill
- Mackerrall
- Mackerrell
- Mackrael
- Mackrall
- Mackrel
- Mackrell
- Mackriel
- Mackriell
- Mackrill
- Macral
- Macrill
- Magarelli
- Magrill
- Makriel
- Mcarole
- Mcarroll
- Mccarl
- Mccarle
- Mccarlie
- Mccarol
- Mccaroll
- Mccarrall
- Mccarrel
- Mccarrell
- Mccarrol
- Mccarroll
- Mcgairl
- Mcgarel
- Mcgarr
- Mcgarret
- Mcgarrol
- Mcgirrell
- Mcgorril
- Mcgrael
- Mcgrail
- Mcgrale
- Mcgreal
- Mcgreale
- Mcgrellis
- Mcgrill
- Mcguirl
- Mcgurl
- Mcgurrell
- Mckarell
- Mckerlie
- Mckerral
- Mckerrall
- Mckerrell
- Mckerroll
- Mckrell
- Mckrill
- Mcrall
- Mcrell
- Mcrill
- Meccariello
- Megarrell
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