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UK surname

Mcglennon

An Irish surname derived from "mac giolla Fhionáin," meaning "son of the servant of Fionán."

In the 1881 census there were 26 people recorded with the Mcglennon surname, ranking it #29,911 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 139, ranked #25,001, up from #29,911 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Copeland, North East Lincolnshire and Alexandra Parade.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mcglennon is 158 in 1999. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 434.6%.

1881 census count

26

Ranked #29,911

Modern count

139

2016, ranked #25,001

Peak year

1999

158 bearers

Map years

3

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Mcglennon had 26 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #29,911 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 139 in 2016, ranked #25,001.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 58 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established but Challenged.

Mcglennon surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mcglennon surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mcglennon 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 11 #31,309
1861 historical 17 #31,714
1881 historical 26 #29,911
1891 historical 39 #31,257
1901 historical 58 #27,724
1911 historical 57 #27,099
1997 modern 137 #22,301
1998 modern 148 #21,841
1999 modern 158 #21,102
2000 modern 145 #22,259
2001 modern 146 #21,857
2002 modern 157 #21,261
2003 modern 146 #22,069
2004 modern 136 #23,207
2005 modern 140 #22,774
2006 modern 136 #23,378
2007 modern 134 #23,931
2008 modern 143 #23,160
2009 modern 145 #23,473
2010 modern 152 #23,282
2011 modern 146 #23,736
2012 modern 144 #23,902
2013 modern 143 #24,434
2014 modern 144 #24,504
2015 modern 143 #24,481
2016 modern 139 #25,001

Geography

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Where Mcglennons are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Copeland, North East Lincolnshire, Alexandra Parade, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Wirral. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Copeland 001 Copeland
2 North East Lincolnshire 001 North East Lincolnshire
3 Alexandra Parade Glasgow City
4 Rhondda Cynon Taf 021 Rhondda Cynon Taf
5 Wirral 027 Wirral

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mcglennon

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mcglennon

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Mcglennon, 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

Semi- and Un-Skilled Workforce

Group

Established but Challenged

Nationally, the Mcglennon surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established but Challenged, within Semi- and Un-Skilled Workforce. This does not mean every Mcglennon household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Many households in these neighbourhoods comprise separated or divorced single parents with dependent children. Residents are typically born in the UK, and these neighbourhoods have relatively few members of ethnic minorities. The prevalence of children, their parents and those at or above normal retirement age, suggests neighbourhood structures may be long-established. Levels of unpaid care are high, and long-term disability is more common than in the Supergroup as a whole. Use of the social rented sector is common, often in terraced houses. Levels of overcrowding are above the Supergroup average. Unemployment is high, while those in work are employed in elementary occupations such as caring, leisure and customer services. Many residents have low level qualifications. Neighbourhood concentrations of this Group are found in the South Wales Valleys, Belfast, Londonderry and the Central Lowlands of Scotland.

Wider pattern

Living in terraced or semi-detached houses, residents of these neighbourhoods typically lack high levels of education and work in elementary or routine service occupations. Unemployment is above average. Residents are predominantly born in the UK, and residents are also predominantly from ethnic minorities. Social (but not private sector) rented sector housing is common. This Supergroup is found throughout the UK’s conurbations and industrial regions but is also an integral part of smaller towns.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Mcglennon is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction 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

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

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

Mcglennon is most concentrated in decile 7 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

Mcglennon falls in decile 2 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.

2
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mcglennon is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 30-40 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 - Irish

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

Meaning and origin of Mcglennon

The surname McGlennon originated in Scotland in the late 12th century. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Gille Fhionndain," which means "son of the servant of St. Findan." The name likely originated in the Scottish Highlands and Islands, where the cult of St. Findan was particularly strong.

The earliest recorded instance of the name appears in the Ragman Rolls of 1296, which list several individuals with variations of the name, such as McGlennon, McGlennane, and McGlennan. This suggests that the name was already well-established in Scotland by the late 13th century.

In the 16th century, the McGlennons were a prominent clan in the Western Isles of Scotland. They were closely allied with the powerful Clan Donald and played a significant role in the struggles between the Scottish clans and the English crown.

One notable figure from this period was Angus McGlennon, a clan chief who led his men in the Battle of Camloch in 1540. Although the McGlennons were ultimately defeated, Angus McGlennon's bravery and leadership were celebrated in Scottish folklore.

In the 17th century, many McGlennons were forced to flee Scotland due to persecution and economic hardship. Many settled in Ireland, particularly in the counties of Antrim and Down, where they established new branches of the clan.

A famous McGlennon from this period was Patrick McGlennon (1630-1701), an Irish priest and scholar who was renowned for his proficiency in Latin and Greek. He served as a tutor to several noble families and wrote extensively on religious and philosophical topics.

As the McGlennons spread throughout the British Isles and beyond, the name underwent various spellings and adaptations. In the 18th century, the name appeared in records as McGlennan, McGlennon, and even Glennan or Glenning.

One notable figure from this era was Robert McGlennan (1720-1804), a Scottish immigrant to America who served as a captain in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. He was awarded a land grant in Pennsylvania for his military service.

In the 19th century, the McGlennons continued to play a role in various walks of life. James McGlennon (1840-1912) was a prominent Irish politician who served as a Member of Parliament for South Derry. He was a vocal advocate for Irish home rule and played a significant role in the Irish parliamentary tradition.

Another notable McGlennon from this period was Mary McGlennon (1858-1936), an American writer and suffragist. She was a prolific author of novels and short stories, and her work often explored themes of women's rights and social justice.

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FAQ

Mcglennon surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mcglennon surname in 1881?

In 1881, 26 people were recorded with the Mcglennon surname. That placed it at #29,911 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mcglennon surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 139 in 2016. That gives Mcglennon a modern rank of #25,001.

What does the Mcglennon surname mean?

An Irish surname derived from "mac giolla Fhionáin," meaning "son of the servant of Fionán."

What does the Mcglennon map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Mcglennon 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.