Mcpherson - Last Names

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Mcpherson

/məkˈfɜːrsən/

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Moderate

Meaning

Son of the parson

Represents lineage, spiritual leadership, and intellectual heritage through its reference to a clergyman father.

Symbolism

Embodies ancestral pride, moral authority, and connection to Scottish Highland identity and clan tradition.

Etymology: From the Scottish Gaelic 'Mac a' Phearsain', meaning 'son of the parson' or 'son of the priest'. The prefix 'Mc' means 'son of', while 'Phearsain' is the genitive form of 'pearsan', borrowed from the English word 'parson'.

Style & Origin

traditional

strong

Cultural Background

Originating in Scotland, Mcpherson is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of the parson' and reflects

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