MCGROUTHER
Also recorded as Mc Grouther, Mcgrouther
McGrouther
McGrouther is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic Mac an Ghobhainn, which means 'son of the smith'. The variants of the name include McGruther and MacGrouther.
The McGrouther family is believed to have originated in Scotland, particularly in areas where blacksmithing was a common profession. The surname was originally used to identify individuals whose ancestors were blacksmiths.
Over the centuries, the McGrouther name has spread beyond Scotland, with individuals bearing the surname now found in various parts of the United Kingdom and other countries. The name has also undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation as it has been passed down through generations.
Like many Scottish surnames, McGrouther is associated with a proud heritage and a strong sense of identity. Families bearing the surname often have a keen interest in genealogy and may seek to trace their ancestral roots back to Scotland.
In modern times, individuals with the surname McGrouther can be found in a wide range of professions and industries, reflecting the diversity of contemporary British society. The name continues to carry with it a sense of tradition and heritage, connecting present-day bearers to their Scottish roots.
There are approximately 204 people named McGrouther in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named McGrouther.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- Damien
- Duncan
- Euan
- Gary
- John
- Kenneth
- Robert
- Ronald
- William
Female
- Elizabeth
- Heather
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Maria
- Mary
- Paula
- Susan