Mcauthor
Celtic/Gaelic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Mcauthor
McAuthor is a Scottish patronymic surname meaning "son of Arthur," derived from the Gaelic prefix "Mac-" combined with the name Arthur, which has roots in Celtic and possibly Latin origins.
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Etymology
McAuthor is a Scottish patronymic surname meaning "son of Arthur," derived from the Gaelic prefix "Mac-" combined with the name Arthur, which has roots in Celtic and possibly Latin origins. The name is primarily used in Scottish and Irish cultures, particularly among Gaelic-speaking populations, with historical prevalence in the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
Mcauthor currently ranks #3,870 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1942.
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