MCVICAR
Also recorded as Mc Vicar, Mcvicar
McVicar
McVicar is a Scottish and Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the ancient Gaelic Mac a' Bhacair, meaning "son of the vicar". The prefix "Mac" indicates "son of", while "Bhacair" refers to a vicar or parish priest in Gaelic.
The McVicar family is believed to have been primarily concentrated in the western regions of Scotland and parts of Ireland, particularly in the Highlands and Argyll regions. The name likely originated as a way of distinguishing the son of a vicar or priest within the community.
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname McVicar have been associated with various occupations and achievements, ranging from clergy and scholars to farmers and tradesmen. The name has also spread beyond its original Scottish and Irish strongholds, with McVicars now being found in different parts of the United Kingdom and around the world.
Notable individuals with the surname McVicar include musicians, artists, academics, and other professionals who have made significant contributions to their fields. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its Gaelic roots and the heritage of the Scottish and Irish lands.
There are approximately 1,129 people named McVicar in the UK. That makes it roughly the 6,723rd most common surname in Britain. Around 17 in a million people in Britain are named McVicar.
Surname type: From name of parent
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- David
- Euan
- Iain
- Ian
- James
- John
- Neil
- Peter
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Alison
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Jacqueline
- Jane
- Joanne
- Julie
- Karin
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan