MESKILL
Meskill
Origin: Meskill is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Seaill," meaning "son of Seaill."
History: The Meskill surname is primarily found in Ireland, particularly in the counties of Kilkenny and Waterford. Like many Irish surnames, Meskill has a rich history deeply rooted in the country's Celtic traditions.
Notable Individuals: While there are no widely known figures with the surname Meskill, many individuals have carried on the family name with pride and loyalty to their Irish heritage.
Variants: Variants of the Meskill surname can include MacSeaill, Maskall, and MacSheil.
Trivia: The Meskill surname reflects the strong familial ties and sense of identity prevalent in Irish culture, where one's name often carries significant historical and cultural meaning.
References:
- "A Dictionary of Surnames" by Patrick Hanks and Flavia Hodges, Oxford University Press, 1988.
- "The Book of Irish Families, Great & Small" by Michael C. O'Laughlin, Irish Genealogical Foundation, 1999.
There are approximately 39 people named Meskill in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Meskill.
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Stuart
Female
- Camille
- Margaret
- Valerie