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Irish versus Scottish names: Mc vs. Mac |
Author: |
Scott McLeod (guest) |
Date: |
February 4, 2003 at 8:55 AM |
Firstly, I am not sure if my last name is Scottish or Irish. I have heard that Mc's are Irish names whereas Mac's are Scottish.
I have also heard that Mc is nothing more than shortened Mac, as people dropped the 'a' over time.
My family's origins lie in Scotland yet I am not sure about my surname. (It wasn't in the database.)
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
- Irish versus Scottish names: Mc vs. Mac - Scott McLeod Feb 4 2003, 8:55 AM