About Mcalpin
The surname McAlpin is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Ailpein, meaning "son of Alpin." It is believed to have originated from the ancient Pictish kingdom of Alba, which later became Scotland. The name Alpin is thought to have been a personal name, possibly derived from the Gaelic word "ailpein," meaning "white." The surname McAlpin is associated with the historical figure Kenneth MacAlpin, who is considered the first king of Scotland.
The surname Mcalpin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Mcalpin 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 Mcalpin in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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