MCMENEMIE
Also recorded as Mc Menemie
McMenemie
McMenemie is a Scottish and Northern Irish surname of Gaelic origin. The name originates from the Gaelic Mac Meanman, which means 'son of Meanman'. The Meanman clan was believed to have resided in the Scottish Highlands and migrated to Northern Ireland during the plantations.
The McMenemie surname is relatively rare, with most individuals bearing this name found in Scotland and Northern Ireland. Historically, individuals with the surname McMenemie were associated with agricultural and rural communities, often working as farmers or labourers.
The McMenemie family crest features elements such as a boar's head and a castle, symbolizing strength, protection, and fortitude. This illustrates the values that the McMenemie family held dear throughout generations.
Today, individuals with the surname McMenemie can be found across different professions and industries, reflecting the diversification of the family over time. The name continues to carry a sense of pride and heritage for those who bear it, connecting them to their Scottish and Irish roots.
There are approximately 90 people named McMenemie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named McMenemie.