About Mcgilloway
The surname McGilloway is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Giolla Bhuí, meaning "son of the yellow-haired lad." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone with fair or blond hair. The prefix "Mac" signifies "son of," while "Giolla Bhuí" translates to "yellow-haired lad" in Gaelic. Over time, the name has evolved into its current form, McGilloway, and is primarily found in Scotland and Ireland.
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