McDuffie - Last Names

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McDuffie

/məkˈdʌfi/

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Uncommon

Meaning

Son of Dougal or son of the dark stranger

Represents lineage, ancestral pride, and connection to Gaelic-speaking Celtic roots.

Symbolism

Embodies strength, heritage, and a sense of belonging to a historic warrior or noble lineage.

Etymology: Derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Dhuibhshíth', meaning 'son of Dubhshíth', where 'dubh' means 'black' or 'dark' and 'síth' means 'peace', often interpreted as 'dark peace' or 'black stranger'. Anglicized as McDuffie or MacDuffee.

Style & Origin

traditional

Cultural Background

Of Scottish origin, McDuffie is a patronymic surname rooted in Gaelic tradition and historically ass

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