MCNALTY
Recorded variant spellings include Mc Nalty, Mcnalty
McNalty
McNalty is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin. It is an anglicised form of the Gaelic surname Mac an Fhailghih, meaning 'son of the poor man' or 'son of the little wolf'.
The McNalty surname is found in both Ireland and Scotland, with the name being most commonly associated with the Highlands of Scotland and areas of Northern Ireland. The name has variations in its spelling, including McAnulty, McNoulty, and MacNalty.
The McNalty surname is linked to prominent families in Scottish and Irish history. Individuals bearing this surname have been known to be involved in various professions such as farming, trade, military service, and politics.
References:
- Reaney, P. H., & Wilson, R. M. (1997). A Dictionary of English Surnames.
- McBride, S., & McBride, R. (2003). The Book of Irish Families, Great & Small.
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There are approximately 47 people named McNalty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named McNalty.
