MCQUINN

Also recorded as Mc Quinn, Mcquinn

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

McQuinn

McQuinn is a Scottish and Irish surname that originates from the Gaelic name "Mac Cuinn," meaning "son of Conn." The name Conn is derived from the Old Irish word "cenn," which means "head" or "chief."

The McQuinn surname is associated with both Scottish and Irish heritage, reflecting the historical intermingling of Celtic cultures. The name is commonly found among people of Scottish and Irish descent, particularly in regions with strong Gaelic roots.

Historically, those bearing the McQuinn surname were often part of noble or chieftain families, indicating a position of leadership or prominence within their communities. Over time, many McQuinn descendants migrated to various parts of the United Kingdom, particularly to England and Wales, contributing to the branching out of the family name.

Today, individuals with the surname McQuinn can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where Scottish and Irish diaspora communities exist. The name continues to be a proud symbol of Celtic heritage and ancestral ties to the rich history of Scotland and Ireland.

There are approximately 145 people named McQuinn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named McQuinn.

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
Garry
James
John
Matthew
Patrick
Richard
Sean
Stephen
Terence
William

Female

Anne
Christine
Cleta
Jane
Karen
Mary
Maureen
Michaela
Michelle
Nellie
Patricia
Ruth
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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