MCWHIRTER
Also recorded as Mc Whirter, Mcwhirter
McWhirter
The surname McWhirter is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Chruiteir", which means "son of the harper". The McWhirter family is part of the wider Scottish clan system, with a rich history and heritage.
The McWhirters have been associated with various cultural and artistic pursuits, particularly music and storytelling, reflecting their ancestral connection to harpers. Over the years, members of the McWhirter family have excelled in these fields, contributing to the cultural tapestry of Scotland and beyond.
Notable individuals bearing the surname McWhirter include the twin brothers Norris and Ross McWhirter, who co-founded the Guinness World Records. Their work in compiling and publishing record-breaking achievements has made the McWhirter name well-known internationally.
Today, the surname McWhirter can be found not only in Scotland but also in other parts of the United Kingdom and the world, carried by descendants of the original Scottish clan. The McWhirter name continues to evoke a sense of cultural heritage and artistic legacy.
There are approximately 1,336 people named McWhirter in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,882nd most common surname in Britain. Around 21 in a million people in Britain are named McWhirter.
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
- Alan
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Paul
- Robert
- William
Female
- Alison
- Ann
- Christine
- Elizabeth
- Fiona
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Jean
- Jennifer
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah
- Susan