Origin and Meaning of Mclean

Son of the servant of the church

Origin: Scottish - Derived from the Gaelic surname 'Mac Gille Eoin', meaning 'son of the servant of St. John'. The 'Mac' prefix indicates 'son of' in Scottish surnames.

• Mclean is a Scottish surname that has transitioned into a given name, particularly in the United States and other English-speaking countries.
• In Scotland, surnames often reflected a person's lineage, and Mclean indicates a connection to St. John, a significant figure in Christianity.
• Notable bearers of the name include the American musician and songwriter MacLean, and Mclean's name is often associated with characters in literature and film.
• Mclean has shown a rise in popularity as a first name in recent years, particularly as part of a trend towards using surnames as first names.
• Variations of the name include MacLean, Mclean, and McLean, and it can also be represented in different ways based on regional spelling preferences.