About Mcelroy
The surname McElroy is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Giolla Rua, meaning "son of the red-haired servant." The prefix "Mac" signifies "son of," while "Giolla Rua" translates to "red-haired servant." This surname likely originated as a nickname for someone with red hair or someone who served a person with red hair. Over time, the name evolved into McElroy, and it is predominantly found in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Mcelroy 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 Mcelroy in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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