About Mcgivern
The surname McGivern is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Dhuibhearn, meaning "son of the dark lord." The prefix "Mac" signifies "son of," while "Dhuibhearn" is a combination of "dubh" meaning "dark" and "bearn" meaning "lord." This surname likely originated as a patronymic name, indicating descent from a male ancestor who was known as the "dark lord."
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The surname Mcgivern is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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