MCKINNIE

Also recorded as Mc Kinnie, Mckinnie

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

McKinnie

The surname McKinnie is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Coinnich," meaning "son of Coinneach." Coinneach itself is a Gaelic personal name that means "handsome" or "comely."

The McKinnie surname is primarily found in Scotland and Northern Ireland, but it has also spread to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond. The name has variations such as MacKinnie, McKinney, MacKinnon, and McKenney.

Notable individuals with the surname McKinnie include athletes, scholars, and public figures who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.

The McKinnie family name is part of a rich tapestry of Scottish and Irish heritage, reflecting the historical and cultural connections of the British Isles. Over the centuries, the McKinnie name has passed down through generations, carrying with it stories of triumphs, challenges, and the enduring spirit of its bearers.

There are approximately 286 people named McKinnie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named McKinnie.

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

Andrew
Christopher
Daniel
David
Iain
Ian
James
John
Michael
Robert
Scott
William

Female

Alison
Cathryn
Doris
Elaine
Elizabeth
Evelyn
Fiona
Jane
Jean
Margaret
Rebecca
Suzanne
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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