McGee

McGee is a surname of Irish origin that originated in Ireland as Mac Aodha, with "Aodh" being an old Irish name meaning "fire". Over time, the surname evolved to McGee as people anglicised their names to conform with British naming conventions.

History

The McGee surname is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in Ulster. The family played a significant role in Irish history and were associated with various clan territories. McGee's were known for their courage, loyalty, and warrior-like qualities.

Notable Individuals

  • John McGee (1771–1815): Irish nationalist and leader of the 1804 Irish rebellion.
  • Dylan McGee (b. 1987): British actor known for his roles in stage productions and television dramas.

Distribution

Today, the McGee surname can be found not only in Ireland but also in countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. The spread of the surname can be attributed to Irish emigration over the centuries.

Variations

Variants of the McGee surname include MacGee, Magee, and McGhee.

References

  • Harrison, Henry. The Surnames of the United Kingdom: A Concise Etymological Dictionary. Genealogical Publishing Company, 2009.
  • O'Hart, John. Irish Pedigrees; Or, The Origin and Stem of the Irish Nation. Genealogical Publishing Company, 2009.

There are approximately 7,786 people named McGee in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,207th most common surname in Britain. Around 120 in a million people in Britain are named McGee.

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
  • Anthony
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Thomas

Female

  • Alison
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Elizabeth
  • Karen
  • Kathleen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Patricia
  • Pauline
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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