About Mclaughin
The surname McLaughlin is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Lochlainn, meaning "son of Lochlann." Lochlann was a personal name that originated from the Norse name Lachlann, which means "land of the lochs" or "land of the lakes." The surname McLaughlin is commonly found in Ireland and is associated with the descendants of the Norse-Gaelic clans who settled in the region.
The surname Mclaughin is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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