MCQUEENEY

Also recorded as Mc Queeney, Mcqueeney

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

McQueeney

McQueeney is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin. The surname is derived from the Old Gaelic name "Mac Shuibhne", meaning "son of Suibhne". It is believed to have originated from the word "suibhne", which translates to "pleasant" or "well-disposed".

The first recorded instance of the McQueeney surname dates back to the 15th century in the Highlands of Scotland, primarily in the historical region of Argyll. Over time, families bearing the surname McQueeney spread to other parts of Scotland and eventually to other countries, including Ireland and the United States.

Many individuals with the surname McQueeney have made notable contributions in various fields, such as academia, business, and the arts. The surname has a rich history and is part of the tapestry of Scottish heritage.

Today, individuals with the surname McQueeney can be found around the world, with many still residing in Scotland and Ireland. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to its Gaelic roots and the heritage of the Scottish clans.

There are approximately 158 people named McQueeney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McQueeney.

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

Anthony
Francis
James
John
Liam
Michael
Paul
Peter
Philip
Scott
Stephen
William

Female

Christine
Deborah
Denise
Emma
Gemma
Jacqueline
Julie
Kerry
Marcia
Mary
Stella
Tina

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