MCTAGUE

Also recorded as Mc Tague, Mctague

McTague

McTague is a surname of Scottish origin, with its roots primarily in the Highlands. It is a variant spelling of the more common Scottish surname MacTaggart, which is derived from the Gaelic "Mac an t-Sagairt," meaning "son of the priest."

The McTague family name can be found in various historical records, particularly in Scotland and Northern Ireland, where many Scottish families migrated. The name has ancient origins, dating back centuries, and is associated with a proud history and rich cultural heritage.

Individuals bearing the surname McTague have contributed to a variety of fields, including academia, business, the arts, and politics. The name continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the legacy of the McTague family.

Today, individuals with the surname McTague can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, carrying on the traditions and heritage of their ancestors.

There are approximately 217 people named McTague in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named McTague.

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • Declan
  • Gary
  • George
  • James
  • John
  • Matthew
  • Patrick
  • Peter
  • Stephen
  • Thomas

Female

  • Amy
  • Angela
  • Anne
  • Annie
  • Claire
  • Hilary
  • Janet
  • Mary
  • Mary-ellen
  • Maureen
  • Meghann
  • Melanie
  • Pamela
  • Shona

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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