How common is the McKeller surname?

There are approximately 600 people with the surname McKeller in the United States.

Are there McKeller soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 39 soldiers with the McKeller surname appear in Civil War records.

The surname McKeller means "Son of Keller, derived from a personal name or occupational origin.". It is of Scottish origin.

Patronymic

Son of Keller, derived from a personal name or occupational origin.

The 'Mc' prefix means 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. Keller may derive from Gaelic 'ceallach' (bright) or relate to an occupational term.

A Scottish patronymic surname with uncertain exact origins. The name may have both patronymic and occupational elements.

Estimated 600 bearers in the United States #4,093 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Scotland with scattered presence in other regions.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

39 soldiers with the McKeller surname found in Civil War records.

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