TheNameDBMcCluer
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Cluer, a personal name of uncertain origin.
Etymology
The prefix 'Mc-' derives from Scottish Gaelic 'mac' meaning 'son of'. The element 'Cluer' may relate to Gaelic 'cluar' (prudent) or represent a variant of other Scottish names. This surname emerged in the Scottish Highlands and Islands during the medieval period.
About the McCluer Surname
A relatively obscure Scottish patronymic surname with limited historical records. The name appears to be a variant or related form of McClure, though its exact genealogical connections remain unclear.
Distribution
Primarily Scotland, with scattered presence in North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation