The spelling of the word "mcnitt" can be a bit confusing for many people. "Mc" indicates the Scottish or Irish origin of the name, while "nitt" may seem unusual. The correct pronunciation of "mcnitt" is /məkˈnɪt/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "c" is silent, and "nitt" comes from the Gaelic word "neth," which means "aggressiveness, force, or energy". Therefore, the spelling of this word is a combination of the Scottish or Irish background, coupled with the Gaelic meaning.