How Do You Spell MCQUILLAN?

Pronunciation: [məkkwˈɪlən] (IPA)

The spelling of the surname "McQuillan" has an interesting phonetic transcription. The "Mc" prefix is pronounced as "mək," while "Quillan" is pronounced as "kwɪlən." The combination of the "c" and "q" sounds in the same word can create confusion around its spelling. However, the "Mc" prefix is common in many Irish and Scottish surnames, indicating a lineage from those regions. "Quillan" is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Uighilin," meaning "son of Uighilin." Overall, the spelling of "McQuillan" reflects its Celtic origins and unique pronunciation.

Etymology of MCQUILLAN

The word "McQuillan" is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Irish Gaelic name "Mac Uigilín", which means "son of Quillan".

The name Quillan, also spelled Cuiléin in Irish, is believed to be derived from the Old Irish word "cuilén", meaning "holly". It is likely that the name originally referred to someone who lived near holly trees or had some association with them.

Over time, "Mac Uigilín" evolved to "Mac Quillan" or "McQuillan" as the anglicization of the name took place. The prefix "Mac" means "son of", indicating lineage, which was a common practice in ancient Gaelic naming conventions.

Similar spelling words for MCQUILLAN

• mcluhan,
• mclane,
• mcilwain,
• mcquillen,
• mcclane,
• mccullen.