How do Scottish last names work?

When it comes to some Scottish surnames, working out their origins is as simple as scanning a map for places that have the same or a similar name. For example, if your family name is Murray, you may well have roots in the Highland region of Moray.

Is O Irish or Scottish?

In contrast to Mc- and Mac-, found in both Ireland and Scotland, the prefix O’ is unique to Ireland. It is derived from the Gaelic word “ua,” also abbreviated as uí or Ó, meaning “grandson of.” Thus any name beginning with O’ is without question an Irish patronymic.

What are some traditional Scottish names?

Current Popular Boy Names. The current (2018) top Scottish baby names are Jack,James,Oliver,Logan and Lewis.

What is a typical Scottish name?

She claims the name is traditional in her family – with both her dad and granddad sharing the moniker – and doesn’t want to upset her relatives by not using the name. The mum-to-be claimed the name was traditional in her family, with both her dad and

How to pronounce Scottish town names?

Ecclefechan. Pronounced Eck-el-feck-han.

What are some Scottish words?

Aye. Aye means yes,often replacing the latter in day-to-day life in Scotland.