MCGOUGAN

Also recorded as Mc Gougan, Mcgougan

McGougan

McGougan is a Scottish and Irish surname with variations such as McGugan and MacGeoghegan. The origin of the surname can be traced back to the Gaelic language, with "Mac" meaning son of, and "Geoghegan" possibly deriving from the Gaelic "Mac Eochagáin," meaning son of Eochagán.

The McGougan surname is predominantly found in Scotland and Ireland, with the highest concentrations of the name in regions with strong Gaelic heritage. Over the centuries, families bearing the McGougan surname have spread across both countries and have contributed to various aspects of society.

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Through generations, the McGougan surname has evolved and branched out into different lineages, each with its own unique history and legacy. Today, individuals with the surname McGougan can be found across the globe, with a significant presence in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

The McGougan surname carries with it a rich heritage and a sense of belonging to the Celtic traditions of Scotland and Ireland. Its bearers continue to preserve and celebrate their ancestry, ensuring that the legacy of the McGougan name endures for generations to come.

There are approximately 532 people named McGougan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named McGougan.

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

  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Brian
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Malcolm
  • Neil
  • Scott
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Angela
  • Ann
  • Elizabeth
  • Ellen
  • Fiona
  • Helen
  • Janet
  • Jessie
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Michelle
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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