Macarty

Meaning

Son of Arty, a diminutive of Arthur.

Etymology

The 'Mac-' prefix denotes 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic, with Arty being a diminutive form of Arthur. Arthur itself has uncertain etymology but may derive from Celtic roots meaning 'bear.'

About the Macarty Surname

An obscure Scottish patronymic surname with limited historical records. The name appears to be a variant or dialectal form of Macarthur.

Distribution

Scotland with smaller populations in Ireland and North America.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation available

People with the Macarty Surname