TheNameDBMacCrate
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Crate or possibly a variant of MacCrate, with uncertain etymology.
Etymology
A patronymic surname derived from the Gaelic 'mac' (son) combined with the personal name Crate, though the exact origin of the personal name is unclear. The surname may be a variant or corruption of another Scottish surname.
About the MacCrate Surname
An obscure Scottish patronymic surname with limited historical documentation. The exact personal name origin remains uncertain.
Distribution
Rare; found primarily in Scotland and among Scottish immigrant communities.
Notable Bearers
No widely documented notable bearers