TheNameDBMacartney
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Artney or a variant of Macarthur.
Etymology
The 'Mac-' prefix means 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic, with Artney being a personal name of uncertain origin. It may be related to Macarthur, derived from 'Art' (a Gaelic name) plus 'ur' meaning 'noble.'
About the Macartney Surname
A Scottish patronymic surname with roots in the Highlands and Islands. The name has historical significance in Scottish clan genealogy.
Distribution
Scotland and Northern Ireland with significant presence in North America.
Notable Bearers
George Macartney (18th-century British diplomat)