MCGECHIE

Also recorded as Mc Gechie, Mcgechie

McGechie

McGechie is a Scots-Irish surname originating from Scotland. The name is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word Mag Eachaidh, meaning "son of Eachaidh".

The McGechie family has a long history, with records dating back centuries. They were predominantly associated with the counties of Ayrshire and Lanarkshire in Scotland. Over time, members of the McGechie clan migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, leading to a dispersed presence of the surname.

Like many Scottish surnames, McGechie is often found in heraldry, with family crests and coats of arms displaying symbols and mottoes significant to the clan.

Today, individuals with the surname McGechie can be found across the world, particularly in countries with historical ties to Scotland such as Canada, Australia, and the United States. The name continues to be passed down through generations, preserving the legacy of the McGechie family.

There are approximately 123 people named McGechie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McGechie.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Andrew
  • David
  • Duncan
  • Francis
  • James
  • Kevin
  • Michael
  • Niall
  • Robert
  • William

Female

  • Arlene
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Isobel
  • Jane
  • Margaret
  • Rosemary
  • Suzanne
  • Wendy

Similar and related surnames

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