About Metheny
The surname Metheny is of Scottish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Mac Mhathghamhna, meaning "son of the bear." It is a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a male ancestor named Mathghamhain, which translates to "bear." The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who possessed bear-like qualities or characteristics. Over time, the surname Metheny has evolved and been anglicized to its current form.
The surname Metheny is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Metheny based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Metheny in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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