McHarg

McHarg is a Scottish surname that derives from the Old Norse personal name "Magni" or "Makkr" and the Gaelic word "cathair", meaning "fort". The name McHarg is predominantly found in Scotland and Northern Ireland, where families with this surname have resided for generations.

The McHarg surname is associated with qualities such as strength, loyalty, and integrity. Throughout history, individuals with the surname McHarg have made significant contributions to various fields, including politics, academia, and the arts.

One notable figure with the surname McHarg is the Scottish landscape architect Ian McHarg. Known for his innovative approach to ecological design, Ian McHarg played a key role in the development of the field of landscape architecture.

Today, individuals with the surname McHarg can be found around the world, with many still residing in the United Kingdom. The name McHarg continues to be a symbol of Scottish heritage and pride, representing a long and rich history of resilience and perseverance.

There are approximately 676 people named McHarg in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,949th most common surname in Britain. Around ten in a million people in Britain are named McHarg.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • David
  • Eric
  • Gordon
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Robin
  • Stuart
  • William

Female

  • Agnes
  • Alison
  • Catherine
  • Christine
  • Helen
  • Jane
  • Lesley
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Pauline
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

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