There are
473
Mcilhennys in the USA
Mcilhenny is the
45253rd
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Mcilhenny

EdmundMcIlhenny

Edmund McIlhenny was an American businessman and the inventor of Tabasco sauce, a popular hot sauce made from Tabasco peppers.

MaryMcIlhenny

Mary McIlhenny was a philanthropist and the wife of Edmund McIlhenny, the inventor of Tabasco sauce.

JohnMcIlhenny

John McIlhenny was an American soldier who served in World War II and later became a successful entrepreneur in the oil and gas industry.

AveryMcIlhenny

Avery McIlhenny was a botanist and the son of Edmund McIlhenny. He made significant contributions to the study of peppers and helped expand the production of Tabasco sauce.

EmmaMcIlhenny

Emma McIlhenny was an artist known for her paintings inspired by the natural beauty of Avery Island, the home of the McIlhenny family and the Tabasco sauce factory.

PatrickMcIlhenny

Patrick McIlhenny was a journalist and writer known for his columns on food and cooking, often incorporating the use of Tabasco sauce in his recipes.

RobertMcIlhenny

Robert McIlhenny was an environmentalist and conservationist who dedicated his life to preserving the natural habitats and wildlife on Avery Island.

WilliamMcIlhenny

William McIlhenny was a politician who served as the mayor of New Iberia, Louisiana, and later as a state legislator.

SarahMcIlhenny

Sarah McIlhenny was a teacher and education advocate who worked to improve access to quality education in rural areas of Louisiana.

DanielMcIlhenny

Daniel McIlhenny was an architect known for his designs of historical buildings and landmarks in Louisiana, including the restoration of the Louisiana State Capitol after a fire.

Mcilhenny Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Mcilhenny' is of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Gille Sheathanaich, which means 'son of the servant of Saint Seathan'. The name Seathan was a personal name derived from the word 'seath' meaning 'way' or 'road'.
Geographic DistributionThe name 'Mcilhenny' is most commonly found in the United States, particularly in Louisiana, where the McIlhenny family, famous for Tabasco sauce, is based. It can also be found in other English-speaking countries such as Canada and Australia.
VariationsVariations of the name 'Mcilhenny' include 'McIlhenney' and 'McIlenny'.
Migration and ImmigrationThe McIlhenny family immigrated to the United States from Scotland in the early 19th century, and their descendants have remained primarily in Louisiana. Some members of the family have also migrated to other states and countries.