How common is the McGillicuddy surname?

There are approximately 4,500 people with the surname McGillicuddy in the United States.

Are there McGillicuddy soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 12 soldiers with the McGillicuddy surname appear in Civil War records.

McGillicuddy

Q: What does the surname McGillicuddy mean?

The surname McGillicuddy means "Descendant of Giolla Chuda, a personal name meaning 'servant of Cuda'.". It is of Irish origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Giolla Chuda, a personal name meaning 'servant of Cuda'.

Etymology

The 'Mc' prefix means 'son of' in Irish. 'Gillicuddy' derives from 'Giolla Chuda' where 'giolla' means 'servant' or 'lad' and 'Chuda' is a personal name of uncertain origin. The surname is strongly associated with County Kerry.

About the McGillicuddy Surname

A distinctive Irish surname with strong historical ties to County Kerry and the McGillicuddy clan. The name reflects medieval Irish naming patterns with the 'servant of' construction.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 4,500 bearers in the United States #1,937 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in County Kerry, Ireland, with smaller populations in other Irish counties and emigrant communities.

McGillicuddy Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the McGillicuddy Surname

Daniel J. McGillicuddy

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Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 4,500

War Records

12 soldiers with the McGillicuddy surname found in Civil War records.

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