TheNameDBMcElhone
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Elhone, possibly from a Gaelic personal name or a variant of a longer name.
Etymology
The 'Mc' prefix signifies 'son of' in Gaelic. Elhone may derive from Gaelic elements or represent a variant of another name, though the exact etymology is uncertain. The surname appears in Scottish records, particularly in the west.
About the McElhone Surname
An obscure Scottish patronymic surname of uncertain origin. The name remains relatively rare and geographically localized.
Distribution
Scotland, particularly the west, with some presence in North America.
Notable Bearers
Primarily local Scottish families; limited prominent historical documentation.