MCGEOUGH
Recorded variant spellings include Mc Geough, Mcgeough
McGeough
McGeough is a surname of Irish origin that derives from the Gaelic name "Mag Eochagain", meaning "son of Eochaidh". It is an anglicised form of the name used by descendants of the ancient ruling families in Ireland.
The McGeough surname can be traced back to County Monaghan, in the province of Ulster, Ireland. Over the centuries, branches of the McGeough family spread to other parts of Ireland, as well as to other countries, including the United Kingdom and the United States.
Individuals bearing the McGeough surname have been recorded in various historical documents and records, including parish registers, census data, and land records. Throughout history, those with the McGeough name have been involved in a wide range of professions and pursuits, reflecting the diversity of the British Isles.
Today, the McGeough surname continues to be borne by families in various parts of the world, with many individuals taking pride in their Irish heritage and ancestral roots.
(Please note: The information provided is for illustrative purposes and may not represent a comprehensive account of the McGeough surname. Further genealogical research and historical investigation may yield additional insights.)
Typical given names associated with the McGeough surname
Male
- Henry
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Martin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Carol
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Ellen
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Una
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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Did you know?
According to a survey carried out by Democracy Club, politicians and candidates with the surname McGeough are most likely to say that their favourite biscuit is a Custard Cream.
There are approximately 727 people named McGeough in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,425th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named McGeough.
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
