Maclean

Meaning

Son of Leod or Leann, a Norse personal name.

Etymology

The 'Mac-' prefix denotes 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic, with Leod being a Norse name meaning 'heir.' The surname is associated with a prominent Scottish clan from the Isle of Mull.

About the Maclean Surname

A prominent Scottish clan surname with roots in the Hebrides, particularly the Isle of Mull. The name has significant historical importance in Scottish Highland genealogy.

Distribution

Scotland, particularly the Hebrides and Highlands, with significant diaspora in North America and Australia.

Notable Bearers

Donald Maclean (20th-century British diplomat and spy), Norman Maclean (20th-century author)

People with the Maclean Surname