There are
479
Mcerleans in the USAMcerlean is the
44808th
most common last name in the USAHistorical figures and celebrities called Mcerlean
JohnMcErlean
John McErlean (1848–1904) was an Irish composer and conductor known for his compositions and arrangements of traditional Irish music.JamesMcErlean
James McErlean (1926–2008) was an Irish Catholic priest and author known for his work on the reconciliation process in Northern Ireland.KevinMcErlean
Kevin McErlean is an Irish rugby league player who has represented Ireland at the international level.WilliamMcErlean
William McErlean was a British soldier who served in World War I and received the Victoria Cross for his bravery in battle.MartinMcErlean
Martin McErlean is a Northern Irish archaeologist known for his work on excavations and research in the field of medieval archaeology.PeterMcErlean
Peter McErlean is an Irish Gaelic footballer who has played at the inter-county level for Derry.PatrickMcErlean
Patrick McErlean is a Northern Irish politician who has served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for South Antrim.SeanMcErlean
Sean McErlean is an Irish actor known for his stage and screen performances, including his work with the Abbey Theatre.MaryMcErlean
Mary McErlean is an Irish harpist and composer known for her contributions to traditional and contemporary Irish music.CatherineMcErlean
Catherine McErlean is a Scottish singer-songwriter known for her soulful and folk-inspired music.Mcerlean Genealogy
OriginsThe surname 'McErlean' is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac Ghiolla Earnáin,' which means 'son of the servant of Saint Earnán.' Saint Earnán was an early Irish saint associated with County Cavan in Ireland.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'McErlean' is primarily found in Northern Ireland and County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland, reflecting its Irish origins.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'McErlean' include 'MacLernon,' 'McLernon,' 'Mclearn,' 'McLarne,' 'McLearnon,' 'MacLearn,' 'Learon,' 'McLearan,' and 'MacLearan.' These variations reflect different anglicized spellings of the original Gaelic name.