TheNameDBMcGillicuddy
PatronymicMeaning
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
Primarily found in County Kerry, Ireland, with smaller populations in other Irish counties and emigrant communities.
Notable Bearers
Denis McGillicuddy (Irish politician), McGillicuddy's Reeks (mountain range named after the family)