MCMULLIN

Also recorded as Mc Mullin, Mcmullin

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

McMullin

McMullin is a Scottish and Irish surname that originated from the Gaelic name "Mac Maolain," which means "son of the tonsured one." The surname is primarily found in Scotland and Ireland, and is thought to have originated in the west coast of Scotland and migrated to Ireland over the centuries.

The McMullin family history can be traced back to ancient Celtic roots, with a rich lineage of farmers, warriors, and craftsmen. The surname has various spellings including McMullen, MacMullen, and MacMullan.

Many McMullins can be found throughout history, with notable figures such as John McMullin, a renowned Scottish architect known for his iconic designs in the Victorian era, and Siobhan McMullin, an Irish poet known for her evocative verses capturing the beauty of the Irish landscape.

Today, the McMullin surname continues to be a prominent and respected name in British and Irish society, with many individuals proudly carrying on the family legacy.

There are approximately 451 people named McMullin in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named McMullin.

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

Alan
Andrew
David
James
John
Michael
Paul
Peter
Ronald
Stephen
Stuart
William

Female

Amanda
Carol
Catherine
Claire
Elaine
Elizabeth
Helen
Helena
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Susan
Victoria

Similar and related surnames

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