About Auchincloss
The surname Auchincloss is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic words "achadh" meaning "field" and "clais" meaning "hollow." It is a locational surname, indicating that the original bearers of the name were associated with a place called Auchincloss, which likely referred to a field or hollow in the Scottish landscape. The surname Auchincloss is relatively rare and is primarily found in Scotland and the United States. Notable bearers of the surname include the prominent American author Louis Auchincloss and his family.
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