MCGARRY
Also recorded as Mc Garry, Mcgarry
McGarry
McGarry is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin. It is derived from the ancient Gaelic name "Mac Garaidh", meaning "son of Garaidh". The name is found in both Scotland and Ireland, with variations in spelling including MacGarry and McGarrie.
History
The McGarry surname has a rich history dating back to medieval times. The name is traditionally associated with the Clan MacGarry in Scotland and various Gaelic families in Ireland. The McGarrys were known for their resilience and loyalty to their clan or family, often involved in battles and disputes typical of the turbulent history of the British Isles.
Distribution
Today, the surname McGarry is not among the most common names in the United Kingdom, but it is still found throughout Scotland, Northern Ireland, and parts of England. Many descendants of the McGarry lineage have migrated to other countries, particularly the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable People
- Peter McGarry (1923-2000): Scottish footballer who played for St Mirren and later managed the club.
- Mary McGarry: Renowned Irish novelist known for her works on Irish history and folklore.
- Liam McGarry: Contemporary British musician known for his contributions to traditional Celtic music.
Legacy
The McGarry surname carries with it a sense of pride and kinship for those who bear it. It serves as a reminder of the rich cultural and historical roots of the Scottish and Irish people. Today, many individuals actively research their genealogy to connect with their McGarry ancestors and preserve their heritage for future generations.
There are approximately 5,274 people named McGarry in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,793rd most common surname in Britain. Around 81 in a million people in Britain are named McGarry.
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
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Anne
- Carol
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Macary
- Macgarry
- Macgarr
- Mcgarr
- Magarry
- Mcarry
- Mccarry
- Mcgair
- Mcgairy
- Mcgar
- Mcgarey
- Mcgarrah
- Mcgarrey
- Mcgarrie
- Mcgarrin
- Mcgarrow
- Mcgary
- Mcgaughey
- Mcgaughy
- Mcgerr
- Mcgorie
- Mcgorry
- Mcgory
- Mcgray
- Mcgurie
- Mcgurr
- Mcgurry
- Megarry
- Macgarrow
- Mcgarity
- Mcgarragh
- Mcgarrick
- Mcgarrity
- Mcgaw
- Mcgeer
- Mcgorrie
- Mcgrary
- Mcgrey
- Mcguarrie
- Mcgure
- Mcharry
- Mcquarry
- McCurry
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.