TheNameDBMcElwain
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Elwain, possibly from a Gaelic personal name or a variant of a Welsh name.
Etymology
The 'Mc' prefix indicates 'son of' in Gaelic. Elwain may derive from Gaelic or Welsh elements, though the exact origin is uncertain. The surname appears in Scottish records, particularly in the southwest.
About the McElwain Surname
An obscure Scottish patronymic surname of uncertain ultimate origin. The name remains relatively rare and localized to southwestern Scotland.
Distribution
Scotland, particularly the southwest, with some presence in North America.
Notable Bearers
Primarily local Scottish families; limited prominent historical documentation.