The spelling of the name McLelland can be confusing due to the irregularities in English spelling rules. In IPA phonetic transcription, the pronunciation of the name is /məˈklɛlənd/. The "Mc" is pronounced as "mək" and the double "L" is pronounced as a single "lə." The ending "and" is pronounced as "ənd." While the spelling of McLelland may vary slightly (e.g., Mclelland), the pronunciation remains the same. It is important to pay attention to the number of "Ls" and the placement of the "Mc" to ensure proper spelling.