TheNameDBMcNicholas
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Nicholas, derived from the Greek 'Nikolaos' meaning 'victory of the people.'
Etymology
The 'Mc' prefix means 'son of' in Scottish Gaelic. Nicholas comes from the Greek Nikolaos, a name that became common throughout Christian Europe.
About the McNicholas Surname
A Scottish patronymic surname indicating descent from an ancestor named Nicholas. The name appears less frequently than other Mc- surnames but maintains consistent Scottish roots.
Distribution
Found in Scotland and Northern Ireland, with moderate presence in North America.
Notable Bearers
Unknown