McDill

Meaning

Son of Dill, possibly from a personal name or a variant of a Gaelic name.

Etymology

The 'Mc' prefix indicates 'son of' in Gaelic. Dill may be a diminutive or variant of a longer name, though its exact origin is uncertain. The surname appears in Scottish records from the medieval period onward.

About the McDill Surname

A Scottish patronymic surname of uncertain ultimate origin. The name has maintained a modest presence in Scotland and North America.

Distribution

Scotland, with some presence in Northern Ireland and North America.

Notable Bearers

James H. McDill (U.S. Representative); various Scottish regional families.

People with the McDill Surname