MCGEE
Also recorded as Mc Gee, Mcgee
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