MCNEISH
Also recorded as Mc Neish, Mcneish
McNeish
McNeish is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the Old Gaelic name Mac Naois, meaning "son of Angus". The name is recorded in various forms, including MacNeish, McNeice, and MacNess.
The McNeish surname has its roots in the ancient Gaelic society of Scotland and Ireland, particularly in regions where the Angus clan held prominence. The name has varied spellings owing to the development of the English language and the gradual anglicisation of Gaelic names.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname McNeish have been found to be actively involved in various aspects of society, including politics, academia, and arts. The name has spread beyond its Gaelic origins and is now found in different parts of the world, especially in countries where members of the Scottish and Irish diaspora have settled.
Today, the McNeish surname carries with it a sense of heritage and pride for those who bear it, serving as a connection to the rich cultural and historical legacy of the Scottish and Irish peoples.
There are approximately 754 people named McNeish in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,177th most common surname in Britain. Around 12 in a million people in Britain are named McNeish.
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
- Andrew
- Colin
- David
- Gary
- Gordon
- Hezron
- James
- John
- Malcolm
- Robert
- Stuart
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Carolyn
- Heather
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Katie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sharon
- Susan
- Wendy