How Do You Spell MCBRIDE?

Pronunciation: [mək bɹˈa͡ɪd] (IPA)

The spelling of the surname "McBride" can be a little tricky for non-native English speakers. The word is pronounced /məkˈbraɪd/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The "Mc" prefix is pronounced as "mək" and is a common prefix in many Scottish and Irish surnames. The "Bri" syllable is pronounced as "braɪd," with the "i" making a long "i" sound. Remembering the emphasis on the "bri" syllable and the pronunciation of the "Mc" prefix can help ensure the correct spelling of "McBride."

MCBRIDE Meaning and Definition

1. McBride is a surname that originated in Scotland, primarily associated with Clan MacBride. It is a patronymic name, meaning it is derived from the personal name of an ancestor. The name is a combination of the Old Gaelic "mac," meaning "son of," and "Bride," a given name derived from the Gaelic word "brigh" which means "power" or "noble." Therefore, the meaning behind the name McBride is "son of the noble one" or "son of the one with power."

   Over the centuries, bearers of the surname McBride have spread around the world, particularly to countries with significant Scottish heritage such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. As a result, the surname has diversified over time, with variations including variations in spelling, such as MacBride or Mac Bryde.

   In contemporary society, McBride is commonly used as a family name, and individuals with this surname can be found in various professional fields and occupations. McBride is also occasionally used as a given name for both boys and girls, representing a nod to ancestral heritage or simply chosen for its appealing sound. Additionally, some businesses and establishments might use the name McBride, either as a surname representing ownership or as part of a branding effort.

Top Common Misspellings for MCBRIDE *

• mcbriede 100%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for MCBRIDE

• mcbrine
• ncbride
• kcbride
• jcbride
• mxbride
• mvbride
• mfbride
• mdbride
• mcvride
• mcnride
• mchride
• mcbridee
• mcbide
• Mybrige
• McBribe
• McBridey
• McBryd

Etymology of MCBRIDE

The word McBride is of Scottish origin and is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name MacBrighde. It is a patronymic surname derived from the Gaelic elements mac meaning son and Brighde which translates to of Brighde. Brighde is the Scottish Gaelic form of the name Bridget, which has Irish roots and means exalted one or strength. So, McBride essentially means son of Brighde or descendant of Brighde.

Similar spelling words for MCBRIDE

• mcbryde,
• mcbrayer.