McCrary

Meaning

Son of Crary, a personal name of uncertain origin.

Etymology

The 'Mc-' prefix derives from Scottish Gaelic 'mac' meaning 'son of'. 'Crary' remains of uncertain etymology but may relate to Gaelic or Old English personal name elements. The surname appears in Scottish records with limited early documentation.

About the McCrary Surname

A Scottish patronymic surname with sparse historical records. The name appears more frequently in American records than in Scotland.

Distribution

Scotland and North America, with concentration in the United States.

Notable Bearers

Limited historical documentation