Summary

The surname 'MUNRO' has Scottish origins and is derived from the Gaelic name 'Mac an Rothaich', meaning 'son of the wheelwright'. The clan Munro is one of the oldest Highland clans and has a rich history in Scotland. They were known for their loyalty and fierce warriors. Today, the surname 'MUNRO' is commonly found in Scotland.
There are
6918
Munros in the USA
Munro is the
5067th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Munro

HughMunro

Scottish mountaineer, founder of the Munro's Tables listing Scottish hills over 3000 feet, known as Munros.

AliceMunro

Canadian short story writer, recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2013.

JamesMunro

Australian politician, served as the Premier of Victoria from 1890 to 1892 and from 1893 to 1901.

NeilMunro

Scottish journalist and author, best known for his humorous stories about the fictional character Para Handy.

RobertMunro

Scottish army general, served in various military campaigns and became the Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in India.

ChristineMunro

American Olympic swimmer, won multiple medals at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and the 1968 Mexico City Olympics.

ColinMunro

New Zealand cricketer, known for his aggressive batting style in limited-overs cricket.

Munro Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Munro is of Scottish origin.
Geographic DistributionThe Munro surname is predominantly found in Scotland, but Munro descendants can be found worldwide.
VariationsOther variations of the surname Munro include Monroe and Munroe.
Migration and ImmigrationMigration and immigration involving the Munro family occurred over centuries. In the early 18th century, many Munros migrated to North America, particularly to the British colonies that later became the United States and Canada. This migration was driven by factors such as economic opportunities, land availability, and political factors in Scotland at the time.