MCGEORGE

Also recorded as Mc George, Mcgeorge

McGeorge

McGeorge is a surname of Scottish origin, deriving from the Gaelic MacGilleDheòrsa meaning 'son of the servant of St. George'. The surname is believed to have first originated in the southwest of Scotland, particularly in the regions of Galloway and Dumfries.

The McGeorge family is associated with a rich history of agricultural and rural life in Scotland, with many individuals engaging in farming, animal husbandry, and other rural occupations. Over the centuries, some members of the McGeorge family may have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom, including England and Northern Ireland, as well as further afield to countries such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Today, the surname McGeorge is relatively uncommon but can still be found in Scotland and other English-speaking countries. As with many surnames, variations in spelling such as MacGeorge or McGeoch may also exist among different branches of the family.

Notable individuals bearing the surname McGeorge include academics, professionals, and artists, contributing to a diverse range of fields. The surname McGeorge continues to be part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the heritage and history of the Scottish people.

There are approximately 713 people named McGeorge in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,573rd most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named McGeorge.

Surname type: From name of parent

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Alistair
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Douglas
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Robert
  • Stuart
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Elizabeth
  • Emma
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Laura
  • Lynn
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Maureen
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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