McClune

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Clune, derived from a Gaelic personal name.

Etymology

The 'Mc-' prefix indicates 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. 'Clune' likely derives from Gaelic 'cluain' meaning 'meadow' or represents a personal name variant. The surname developed in Scottish clan territories during the medieval period.

About the McClune Surname

An obscure Scottish patronymic with sparse historical records. The name may be related to geographical features or personal names in the Gaelic-speaking regions.

Distribution

Primarily Scotland with some presence in Ireland and North America.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation

People with the McClune Surname

P.H. McClune