MCQUILLEN

McQuillen

McQuillen is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin. The name is an anglicised form of the Gaelic Mac Uighilín, meaning "son of Uighilín", which in turn is derived from the personal name Uighilín, meaning "industrious" or "hardworking".

The McQuillen surname has historical roots in both Scotland and Ireland. In Scotland, the McQuillen clan is associated with the Highlands region, known for their fierce and independent spirit. In Ireland, the name is often found in Ulster among the descendants of Scottish settlers.

Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname McQuillen have been noted for their resilience, determination, and strong work ethic. The name has spread beyond its original Scottish and Irish territories, and individuals with the surname can now be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world where Scottish or Irish descendants have settled.

Variants of the McQuillen surname include MacQuillan, MacQuillin, McQuillan, and MacQuillen. Notable individuals with the surname McQuillen include musicians, artists, academics, and individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields.

The McQuillen surname continues to be borne with pride by individuals of Scottish and Irish descent, reflecting a rich heritage and a long history of resilience and hard work.

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

• Andrew
• Cj
• David
• Gerald
• Graeme
• James
• John
• Mark
• Michael
• Miles
• Peter
• Philip
• Robert
• Ross

Female

• Amy
• Helen
• Janice
• Katherine
• Linda
• Margaret
• Nicola
• Pamela
• Rachel
• Sarah
• Susan
• Wendi
• Wendy

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