How common is the McGlynn surname?

There are approximately 5,000 people with the surname McGlynn in the United States.

Are there McGlynn soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 59 soldiers with the McGlynn surname appear in Civil War records.

McGlynn

Q: What does the surname McGlynn mean?

The surname McGlynn means "Descendant of Flinn, a personal name possibly meaning 'ruddy' or 'blood-colored'.". It is of Irish origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Flinn, a personal name possibly meaning 'ruddy' or 'blood-colored'.

Etymology

The 'Mc' prefix means 'son of' in Irish. 'Glynn' derives from the Irish personal name Flinn, which may relate to 'flann' (ruddy/blood-red) in Gaelic. The surname is associated with Ulster and Connacht regions.

About the McGlynn Surname

An Irish patronymic surname with medieval roots in northern and western Ireland. The name reflects Gaelic personal naming traditions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 5,000 bearers in the United States #1,656 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in Ireland with emigrant communities in North America, particularly the United States.

McGlynn Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the McGlynn Surname

Frank McGlynn

Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 15th century
Estimated Bearers: 5,000

War Records

59 soldiers with the McGlynn surname found in Civil War records.

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