McCaw

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Caw, derived from a personal name or descriptive term.

Etymology

The 'Mc' prefix derives from Scottish Gaelic 'mac,' meaning 'son of,' combined with Caw. Caw may be a personal name or possibly related to descriptive terms in Gaelic. The surname emerged in the Scottish Highlands or Lowlands.

About the McCaw Surname

A Scottish patronymic surname with roots in Gaelic naming traditions. The name remains relatively uncommon and is primarily concentrated in Scotland.

Distribution

Primarily found in Scotland, with scattered occurrences in North America.

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers.

People with the McCaw Surname