About Macalpine
The surname Macalpine is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name MacAilpein, meaning "son of Alpin." It is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a male ancestor named Alpin. The name Alpin itself is believed to have originated from the Gaelic word "ailpein," meaning "white," possibly referring to a physical characteristic or a personal attribute. The surname Macalpine is relatively rare and is primarily found in Scotland and among Scottish diaspora communities.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Macalpine based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Macalpine in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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