MCGLINCHEY
Also recorded as Mc Glinchey, Mc'Glinchey, Mcglinchey
McGlinchey
McGlinchey is a Scottish and Irish surname, derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Easpaig," meaning "son of the bishop’s servant." The surname is most commonly found in Northern Ireland and Scotland, particularly in areas with a strong Gaelic or Irish heritage.
The McGlinchey family name is thought to have originated as a hereditary surname, passed down through generations. Individuals bearing the name may have been historically associated with roles as servants to bishops or clerics.
Throughout history, the McGlinchey surname has spread to various regions, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, due to migration and emigration patterns.
Notable individuals bearing the McGlinchey surname have made contributions in various fields, including academia, politics, the arts, and sports. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to both Scottish and Irish heritage.
There are approximately 1,160 people named McGlinchey in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,587th most common surname in Britain. Around 18 in a million people in Britain are named McGlinchey.
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
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Sean
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Bridget
- Bridie
- Catherine
- Clare
- Denise
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Jane
- Karen
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah