About Mcilwain
The surname Mcilwain is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Gille Bhàin, meaning "son of the fair-haired servant." It is a patronymic surname, indicating that it was originally used to identify the descendants of a man with fair hair who was employed as a servant. Over time, the name has evolved and variations such as MacIlwain, MacIlvain, and McIlvain have emerged.
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