How common is the McKechnie surname?

There are approximately 1,200 people with the surname McKechnie in the United States.

Are there McKechnie soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 19 soldiers with the McKechnie surname appear in Civil War records.

The surname McKechnie means "Son of Echnie, derived from a Scottish personal name of uncertain origin.". It is of Scottish origin.

Patronymic

Son of Echnie, derived from a Scottish personal name of uncertain origin.

The 'Mc' prefix means 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. Echnie may relate to Gaelic elements or be a variant of another personal name.

A Scottish patronymic surname with documented presence in Scottish records. The exact origin of the personal name Echnie remains somewhat obscure.

Estimated 1,200 bearers in the United States #3,484 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Scotland, particularly in southwestern and central regions.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

19 soldiers with the McKechnie surname found in Civil War records.

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