MacFarren

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Farren, possibly derived from a personal name of uncertain etymology.

Etymology

The Mac- prefix indicates 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. Farren may derive from Fearghus or similar Gaelic names, though the exact origin remains unclear.

About the MacFarren Surname

An obscure Scottish patronymic surname with limited historical documentation. The exact derivation and ancestral significance remain uncertain.

Distribution

Found primarily in Scotland with scattered occurrences in Ireland and Northern England.

Notable Bearers

Uncertain; records are limited

People with the MacFarren Surname

S.J. MacFarren