MCGINN
Also recorded as Mc Ginn, Mcginn
McGinn
The surname McGinn is of Scottish and Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name MacAonghuis, meaning 'son of Angus'. The name is prevalent in both Scotland and Ireland, with a notable number of bearers in the United Kingdom.
The McGinn family is believed to have originated from the region of Ulster in Ireland, with many later migrating to Scotland. Over time, the name has spread to various parts of the world, particularly to North America and Australia.
Notable individuals with the surname McGinn include professional footballer John McGinn, who currently plays for Aston Villa F.C. and the Scotland national team. In addition, the McGinn name can be traced through various historical records, indicating its enduring presence in British and Irish history.
The crest associated with the surname McGinn typically features symbols such as a stag or a boar, reflecting the family's heritage and characteristics. As with many ancient surnames, the name McGinn carries a sense of tradition and lineage, connecting generations of individuals under a shared familial identity.
There are approximately 2,537 people named McGinn in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,473rd most common surname in Britain. Around 39 in a million people in Britain are named McGinn.
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
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Sharon
- Susan
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