About Macgillivary
The surname Macgillivary is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Gille Bhàidhir, meaning "son of the servant of Saint Bhàidhir." The name Bhàidhir refers to an early Christian saint, and Mac Gille Bhàidhir signifies a person who was a servant or devotee of Saint Bhàidhir. Over time, the name Macgillivary has evolved and become a distinct surname associated with Scottish heritage.
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