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UK surname

Mceachran

A Scottish surname indicating a son of a horse breeder or stableman.

In the 1881 census there were 223 people recorded with the Mceachran surname, ranking it #11,998 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 274, ranked #15,759, down from #11,998 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Southend, Govan Combination and Greenock. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Campbeltown, Keppochhill and Greenock Town Centre and East Central.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mceachran is 275 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 22.9%.

1881 census count

223

Ranked #11,998

Modern count

274

2016, ranked #15,759

Peak year

2015

275 bearers

Map years

8

1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Mceachran had 223 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #11,998 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 274 in 2016, ranked #15,759.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 239 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Routine Occupations or Retirement.

Mceachran surname distribution map

The map shows where the Mceachran surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Mceachran surname density by area, 1881 census.

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Timeline

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Mceachran over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1851 historical 197 #10,535
1861 historical 212 #11,466
1881 historical 223 #11,998
1891 historical 215 #14,155
1901 historical 239 #13,489
1911 historical 22 #31,030
1997 modern 228 #16,211
1998 modern 249 #15,720
1999 modern 250 #15,802
2000 modern 258 #15,427
2001 modern 256 #15,273
2002 modern 271 #14,966
2003 modern 260 #15,216
2004 modern 259 #15,348
2005 modern 260 #15,250
2006 modern 252 #15,642
2007 modern 256 #15,647
2008 modern 255 #15,859
2009 modern 266 #15,711
2010 modern 268 #15,978
2011 modern 247 #16,783
2012 modern 249 #16,572
2013 modern 251 #16,734
2014 modern 268 #16,111
2015 modern 275 #15,707
2016 modern 274 #15,759

Geography

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Where Mceachrans are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Southend, Govan Combination, Greenock, Killarow and Kilmeny and Glasgow. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Campbeltown, Keppochhill, Greenock Town Centre and East Central, Johnstone North West and Linwood South. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 Southend Argyll
2 Govan Combination Lanark
3 Greenock Renfrew
4 Killarow and Kilmeny Argyll
5 Glasgow Lanark

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Campbeltown Argyll and Bute
2 Keppochhill Glasgow City
3 Greenock Town Centre and East Central Inverclyde
4 Johnstone North West Renfrewshire
5 Linwood South Renfrewshire

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mceachran

These lists show first names that appear often with the Mceachran surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mceachran

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Mceachran, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Legacy Communities

Group

Routine Occupations or Retirement

Nationally, the Mceachran surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Routine Occupations or Retirement, within Legacy Communities. This does not mean every Mceachran household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

These neighbourhoods are characterised by high proportions of single, often never-married adults of normal retirement age or older, including many that are in the most advanced age groups. Most adults are UK born and live at high residential densities, and many of the children living with parents are in adulthood. Individuals identifying as members of ethnic minorities are uncommon, but above average proportions of households include individuals that identify with different ethnic groups. Long-term disability is relatively common, and the dominant accommodation type is flats. Unemployment rates are high, with most of those employed working in routine occupations. Few individuals have high level qualifications. Car ownership is not high.

Wider pattern

These neighbourhoods characteristically comprise pockets of flats that are scattered across the UK, particularly in towns that retain or have legacies of heavy industry or are in more remote seaside locations. Employed residents of these neighbourhoods work mainly in low-skilled occupations. Residents typically have limited educational qualifications. Unemployment is above average. Some residents live in overcrowded housing within the social rented sector and experience long-term disability. All adult age groups are represented, although there is an overall age bias towards elderly people in general and the very old in particular. Individuals identifying as belonging to ethnic minorities or Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups are uncommon.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers

Within London, Mceachran is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector Professional Support Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

Mainly located in Inner London, these neighbourhoods retain a diverse employment structure, with some concentration in associated professional and technical occupations rather than skilled trades or construction. Social renting is more common and levels of homeownership are low. Many residents identify as Black. There is a lower than average rate of marriage or civil partnership, few that are very old (85 or over) and higher than average incidence of disability.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Mceachran is most concentrated in decile 1 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the less healthy end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Mceachran falls in decile 1 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mceachran is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of Over 70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - British

This describes the area pattern most associated with Mceachran, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Mceachran

The surname McEachran is of Scottish origin, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to be derived from the Gaelic name "Eachraidh," which means "wanderer" or "stranger." The prefix "Mc" signifies "son of," indicating that the name refers to the son of a person named Eachraidh.

In the early 13th century, the McEachran name can be traced to the Highlands region of Scotland, particularly in the areas around Argyll and the Western Isles. The name was prominently associated with the Clan Donald, one of the largest and most influential Scottish clans at the time.

Historical records from the 14th century mention a Gillespie McEachran, who was a notable figure in the Clan Donald. He is believed to have been a chieftain or a leader within the clan during that period.

The McEachran name appears in several ancient manuscripts and records, including the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland from the late 15th century. These rolls document various transactions and payments made to individuals with the surname McEachran.

In the 16th century, a notable McEachran was Angus McEachran, who was a prominent warrior and supporter of the Clan Donald during the Scottish clan battles. He is said to have played a significant role in the Battle of Glenlivet in 1594, where the Clan Donald fought against the forces of the Earl of Argyll.

Another historical figure with the McEachran surname was Donald McEachran, born in 1712. He was a Scottish poet and songwriter known for his contributions to the literary culture of the Highlands during the 18th century.

In the 19th century, John McEachran (1798-1876) was a notable Scottish-Canadian writer and educator. He emigrated to Canada in the 1820s and became a prominent figure in the literary and educational circles of Upper Canada (now Ontario).

The McEachran name has also been associated with various place names in Scotland, such as the village of Kilmory on the Isle of Arran, where the name was historically prominent. Additionally, variations in spelling, such as McEachern and McEachran, have been recorded throughout history.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Mceachran surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mceachran surname in 1881?

In 1881, 223 people were recorded with the Mceachran surname. That placed it at #11,998 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mceachran surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 274 in 2016. That gives Mceachran a modern rank of #15,759.

What does the Mceachran surname mean?

A Scottish surname indicating a son of a horse breeder or stableman.

What does the Mceachran map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Mceachran bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.