Mcclellan: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: mccl-ehll-ahn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Son of clellan

The name Mcclellan is a surname-turned-first-name with a rich history in the United States. Originating from Scottish and Irish roots, It means "son of Clellan, " a personal name derived from the Gaelic word for "warrior" or "battle. " The use of Mcclellan as a first name has seen a resurgence in recent years, particularly in the context of family names being repurposed as given names. This trend reflects a desire to connect with heritage and tradition.

Mcclellan Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Mcclellan is currently #34191 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Mcclellan is currently #14226 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Mcclellan is currently #17181 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Mcclellan is currently #7219 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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