MCQUIGGAN
Also recorded as Mc Quiggan, Mcquiggan
McQuiggan
McQuiggan is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin that may have derived from the Gaelic Mac Cuagain, meaning "son of Hugan." The name is of patronymic origin, indicating descent from a male ancestor, in this case, Hugan.
Origins:
The history of the McQuiggan surname dates back to medieval times in Scotland and Ireland. The name is said to have originated in the Gaelic-speaking regions of these countries and later spread to other parts of the British Isles and beyond.
Distribution:
The surname McQuiggan is most commonly found in Northern Ireland and Scotland, where individuals with this name can still be traced to their ancestral roots. However, due to migration and dispersion over the centuries, McQuiggan families can also be found in other English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable Individuals:
- Dr. Sarah McQuiggan: Eminent archaeologist known for her pioneering work in Celtic archaeology.
- William McQuiggan: Renowned author and historian specialising in Scottish and Irish genealogy.
Legacy:
The McQuiggan surname carries with it a rich history of Celtic heritage and migration. Many individuals bearing this name today continue to celebrate and honour their ancestry through cultural traditions and genealogical research.
References:
- P. Hanks, R. Coates, and D. McClure, The Oxford Dictionary of Family Names in Britain and Ireland, Oxford University Press, 2016.
- J. MacLysaght, The Surnames of Ireland, Irish Academic Press, 1980.
There are approximately 135 people named McQuiggan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McQuiggan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Anthony
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Philip
- Simon
- Victor
- William
Female
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Fiona
- Margaret
- Marion
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Rita
- Ruth