MCKIDDIE

Also recorded as Mc Kiddie, Mckiddie

McKiddie

The surname McKiddie is of Scottish origin, where it is an anglicised form of the Gaelic MacShìtheach, meaning "son of Sitheach". The name Sitheach is derived from the word "sìth", which translates to "peace" or "fairy".

The McKiddie family has ancient roots in Scotland, particularly in the regions of Ayrshire and Galloway. The name has variations including MacKiddie, McHiddie, and Kiddie.

Like many Scottish surnames, McKiddie is part of a rich tapestry of Scottish heritage and folklore. The bearers of this surname can trace their ancestry back through generations of hardy Scots.

Notable individuals bearing the surname McKiddie have made contributions in various fields, including academia, the arts, and public service.

Today, the McKiddie surname continues to be proudly carried by individuals across the world, serving as a link to their Scottish ancestry and heritage.

There are approximately 140 people named McKiddie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McKiddie.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexander
  • Andrew
  • Anthony
  • Calum
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Joseph
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Catherine
  • Cindy
  • Elizabeth
  • Hannah
  • Kay
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Maureen
  • Ruth
  • Sandra

Similar and related surnames

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