How common is the McKelvie surname?

There are approximately 700 people with the surname McKelvie in the United States.

Are there McKelvie soldiers in Civil War records?

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

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

Patronymic

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

The 'Mc' prefix denotes 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. Kelvie may be a variant of a Gaelic personal name or relate to geographical elements.

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

Estimated 700 bearers in the United States #4,072 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in Scotland with limited presence elsewhere.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

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

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