McElroy - Last Names

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McElroy

/məˈkɛlrɔɪ/

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Meaning

Son of Elroy or son of the king's heir

Represents lineage and familial pride, often symbolizing a connection to ancestral leadership and noble descent.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, strength, and continuity; reflects a legacy of perseverance and identity rooted in Celtic tradition.

Etymology: Derived from the Gaelic 'Mac Giolla Rua', meaning 'son of the red-haired lad' or 'son of the servant of (Saint) Ruadh'; later anglicized as McElroy. The prefix 'Mc' means 'son of', while 'Elroy' connects to reddish hair or royal connotations in translation.

Style & Origin

traditional

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Cultural Background

Of Scottish and Irish origin, McElroy is an anglicized patronymic surname historically associated wi

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