MCLAREN
Also recorded as M Claren, Mc Laren, Mclaren
McLaren
McLaren is a distinguished Scottish surname with a rich history originating from the Highland region of Scotland. The name McLaren is derived from the Old Gaelic surname ‘MacLabhruinn’ meaning 'son of Labhrann'. The Clan McLaren is known for its strong ties to the village of Balquhidder in Stirling.
The McLaren clan played a significant role in Scottish history, particularly during the turbulent periods of clan warfare and Jacobite uprisings. The most famous figure associated with the McLaren clan is Rob Roy MacGregor, a renowned Scottish folk hero and outlaw.
Many bearers of the McLaren surname migrated to other parts of the British Isles, including England and Ireland, as well as further afield to countries like Canada, Australia, and the United States, contributing to the global spread of the name.
Throughout the centuries, individuals with the surname McLaren have excelled in various fields, including science, arts, politics, and sports. Notably, Bruce McLaren, a New Zealand-born racing driver and founder of the McLaren Formula One team, brought international recognition to the name.
The McLaren surname continues to hold a sense of pride and heritage for those who bear it, reflecting a legacy of resilience, perseverance, and achievement in the face of adversity.
There are approximately 12,260 people named McLaren in the UK. That makes it the 738th most common surname in Britain. Around 188 in a million people in Britain are named McLaren.
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
- Ian
- James
- John
- Robert
- Stuart
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Mclare
- Maclaren
- Maclarn
- Mcclaren
- Mcclaron
- Mcclarren
- Mcclarron
- Mclaen
- Mclair
- Mclaran
- Mclarin
- Mclarn
- Mclarney
- Mclarnon
- Mclaron
- Mclarren
- Mclarrie
- Mclarron
- Mclarty
- Mclauren
- Mclaurie
- Mclaurin
- Mclear
- Mclearan
- Mclearen
- Mclearie
- Mclearn
- Mclearon
- Mcleren
- Mcloren
- Mclure
- Mcclare
- Mclarence
- Mclary
- Mclearnon
- Mclernon
- Mclorn
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