TheNameDBMcCubbin
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Cubbin, a diminutive of the personal name Cub or a variant of Coban.
Etymology
The prefix 'Mc' derives from Gaelic 'mac' meaning 'son of.' Cubbin may derive from Old Norse or Gaelic roots, though the exact etymology is uncertain. The surname emerged in southwestern Scotland, particularly in Dumfries and Galloway.
About the McCubbin Surname
A Scottish patronymic surname of uncertain ultimate origin. The name appears in records from the Scottish Borders and southwestern regions.
Distribution
Primarily Scotland, with some presence in Northern Ireland and North America.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical records; primarily local Scottish families.