MCLAURIN

Also recorded as Mc Laurin, Mclaurin

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

McLaurin

McLaurin is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the Gaelic personal name MacLabhruinn, meaning "son of Labhrann." The name has variations including McLauren, MacLaren, and McLaran.

The McLaurin surname has strong associations with Scotland, particularly the Highlands, where the Clan MacLaren is known to have inhabited the area around Balquhidder. The clan played a prominent role in Scottish history and were supporters of Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence.

Over time, individuals with the surname McLaurin have migrated to various parts of the world, including England, Ireland, and the United States. The name has also been found in other countries with Scottish diaspora communities.

Today, McLaurin remains a relatively uncommon surname, but its origins in Scottish history and the Gaelic language continue to be of interest to those researching genealogy and family history.

There are approximately 121 people named McLaurin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McLaurin.

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
Alistair
Alisteir
Brian
Callum
Curt
Ian
James
John
Leslie
Matt
Robert
Thomas

Female

Betty
Carol
Caroline
Elizabeth
Ellen
Esther
Fiona
Gemma
Jacqueline
Linda
Lucy
Rebecca
Victoria

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