TheNameDBMcCroskey
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Croskey, a personal name possibly related to 'cross' or a Gaelic element.
Etymology
The 'Mc-' prefix derives from Scottish Gaelic 'mac' meaning 'son of'. 'Croskey' may derive from Gaelic 'crois' (cross) or represent a personal name variant. The surname appears in Scottish records with limited early documentation.
About the McCroskey 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