About Mcfarley
The surname McFarley is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Pharlain, meaning "son of Parlan." The name Parlan is believed to be a diminutive form of the Gaelic word "parth," which means "a plowman" or "a farmer." Therefore, the surname McFarley likely originated as a patronymic name for someone whose father or ancestor was a plowman or farmer.
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The surname Mcfarley is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Mcfarley based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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