TheNameDBMacGowan
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Gowan, from a personal name possibly meaning 'smith' or derived from Gaelic elements.
Etymology
Mac- means 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. Gowan may relate to occupational or descriptive terms, though the precise etymology is debated among scholars.
About the MacGowan Surname
A Scottish patronymic surname with possible occupational connections. The name is associated with southwestern Scottish regions.
Distribution
Primarily found in southwestern Scotland, particularly in Ayrshire and Dumfries and Galloway.
Notable Bearers
Uncertain; limited documented historical figures