McLean

MacLean, Maclean, McLean, McClean, McLaine, and McClain is a Gaelic surname (MacGill-Eain in Scottish Gaelic, Mac Giolla Eáin in Irish Gaelic). There are several different origins for the surname McLean/MacLean, however, the clan surname is an Anglicisation of the Scottish Gaelic MacGilleEathain. It means "Son Of Gilleon" Named for Gilleon Of The Battle Axe who came from Ireland about 1200. The family grew very powerful throughout the Hebrides and Highlands through alliances with the Catholic Church in the 9th century, the MacDonalds in the 13th century, the MacKays and MacLeods in the 16th century. Many early MacLeans became famous for their honour, strength and courage in battle.

McLean
Language(s)Gaelic
Origin
MeaningSon Of Gilleon
Other names
Alternative spellingMaclean
Variant form(s)MacLean
Short form(s)M'Lean
Related namesMcClean

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