MCGLADE

Also recorded as Mc Glade, Mcglade

McGlade

McGlade is a surname of Irish origin that is particularly common in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. The name is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Ghlaisdé," meaning "son of Glasdine," with "Glasdine" believed to be a personal name.

History

The McGlade surname is believed to have originated as a patronymic surname, where individuals were identified by their father's name. Over time, this evolved into a hereditary surname passed down through generations.

Distribution

The distribution of the McGlade surname is primarily concentrated in Northern Ireland and the surrounding areas. However, due to emigration patterns, individuals with the surname can also be found in other English-speaking countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Notable Individuals

  • John McGlade: A notable Irish politician who served as a Member of Parliament for County Down in the early 20th century.
  • Mary McGlade: Renowned for her contributions to the field of environmental conservation in Ireland during the 21st century.

Variants

Variants of the McGlade surname include MacGlade and MacClade, reflecting the different regional accents and dialects over time.

References

For further information on the McGlade surname and its historical significance, one can refer to genealogical records, local historical archives, and academic studies on Irish surnames.

There are approximately 748 people named McGlade in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,232nd most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named McGlade.

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

  • Brian
  • Daniel
  • David
  • Gerard
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Thomas

Female

  • Agnes
  • Angela
  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Catherine
  • Clare
  • Dympna
  • Elizabeth
  • Julie
  • Margaret
  • Maria
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Susan

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