McCuistion
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Custin or Custin, possibly derived from Augustine or a Gaelic personal name.
Etymology
The 'Mc' prefix indicates 'son of' in Gaelic. Custin may be a variant or diminutive of Augustine or an independent Gaelic name. The surname is particularly associated with Galloway and Dumfries regions.
About the McCuistion Surname
A Scottish patronymic surname of the southwestern regions. The name remains relatively obscure outside its original geographic area.
Distribution
Southwestern Scotland, particularly Dumfries and Galloway, with emigrant populations in North America.
Notable Bearers
Primarily local and regional families; limited notable historical figures documented.