MUNROE
Munroe
Munroe is a Scottish surname of Old Gaelic origin, derived from the ancient Gaelic name Mac an Rothaich, meaning 'son of the Red-Haired One'. The surname has historic links to the Clans of the Scottish Highlands, particularly the Clan Munro of Ross-shire in the Scottish Highlands. The name Munroe is pronounced as "muhn-roh".
The Munroe surname is typically associated with individuals of Scottish descent, particularly those with ancestral roots in the Highlands. Variations of the surname include Monroe, Monro, and Munro.
Over the centuries, bearers of the Munroe surname have been notable figures in Scottish history, with prominent individuals bearing the name participating in various aspects of Scottish society, ranging from the military to literature.
In contemporary times, individuals with the surname Munroe can be found throughout the United Kingdom and other parts of the world, primarily as a result of Scottish emigration.
The Munroe surname continues to hold significance among those proud of their Scottish heritage, and its history is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Scottish clans.
There are approximately 1,473 people named Munroe in the UK. That makes it roughly the 5,428th most common surname in Britain. Around 23 in a million people in Britain are named Munroe.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Christopher
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Donna
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Joanne
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Michelle
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan
- Suzanne