MCKINNON
Also recorded as Mc Kinnon, Mckinnon
McKinnon
McKinnon is a Scottish and Irish surname that is often found in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands. The name is an anglicised form of the Gaelic Mac Fhionghuin, which means "son of Fingon". The surname is believed to have originated from the Clan MacKinnon, a prominent Scottish clan with ties to the Isle of Skye.
The MacKinnon clan has a rich history and has been associated with various notable figures and events throughout Scottish history. They were known for their fierce loyalty and bravery, which earned them a reputation as skilled warriors.
The name McKinnon has spread beyond Scotland and can also be found in Ireland and other parts of the United Kingdom, as well as in countries with Scottish and Irish diaspora.
Today, the surname McKinnon is still relatively common in Scotland and is often passed down through generations, keeping alive the proud heritage of the MacKinnon clan.
Overall, the surname McKinnon carries with it a sense of tradition, history and Scottish heritage that continues to be cherished by those who bear the name.
There are approximately 4,826 people named McKinnon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,954th most common surname in Britain. Around 74 in a million people in Britain are named McKinnon.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Donald
- Gordon
- Ian
- James
- John
- Robert
- William
Female
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Fiona
- Jacqueline
- Janet
- Karen
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Susan
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