MCGUIRE

Also recorded as Mc Guire, Mcguire

McGuire

McGuire is a common surname of Irish origin, primarily found in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and regions of the former British Empire where Irish immigrants settled. The name is derived from two Gaelic words: "Mag Uidhir," which means "son of Odhar," with "Odhar" possibly referring to someone with dun-coloured or tawny skin.

Origin and History:

The McGuire surname is strongly associated with County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland. The McGuire clan was historically a powerful Gaelic family in Ulster, known for their leadership and influence in the region. Over the centuries, members of the McGuire family spread to other parts of Ireland and the United Kingdom, where the surname became more widespread.

Distribution and Popularity:

Today, McGuire is a relatively common surname in the United Kingdom, particularly in Northern Ireland and areas with a strong Irish diaspora. The name has also been carried by notable figures in history, literature, and entertainment, further contributing to its recognition and popularity.

Notable Individuals:

  • Sean McGuire: An Irish singer-songwriter known for his folk and traditional music.
  • Rose McGuire: A fictional character in J.K. Rowling's Cormoran Strike series.

Variants:

Variants of the surname McGuire include Maguire and Mac Guire, reflecting the different ways in which the name has been Anglicised or translated over time.

The McGuire surname carries with it a sense of Irish heritage, history, and pride, making it a significant and enduring name within British and Irish society.

There are approximately 12,030 people named McGuire in the UK. That makes it the 758th most common surname in Britain. Around 185 in a million people in Britain are named McGuire.

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

  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Peter
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Anne
  • Carol
  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Elizabeth
  • Helen
  • Lesley
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Patricia
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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