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UK surname

Mckeague

English surname derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'mac Eógain' meaning "son of Eógan".

In the 1881 census there were 4 people recorded with the Mckeague surname, ranking it #33,288 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 101, ranked #30,929, up from #33,288 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Greenock Upper Central, Enfield and Doncaster.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mckeague is 108 in 2015. Compared with 1881, the name has grown by 2425.0%.

1881 census count

4

Ranked #33,288

Modern count

101

2016, ranked #30,929

Peak year

2015

108 bearers

Map years

2

1998 to 2016

Key insights

  • Mckeague had 4 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #33,288 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016, ranked #30,929.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 14 in 1891.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Spacious Rural Living.

Mckeague surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mckeague surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Mckeague 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 1 #33,412
1861 historical 5 #33,418
1881 historical 4 #33,288
1891 historical 14 #33,037
1901 historical 9 #33,154
1911 historical 8 #32,903
1997 modern 86 #28,876
1998 modern 102 #27,314
1999 modern 102 #27,468
2000 modern 101 #27,555
2001 modern 104 #26,765
2002 modern 105 #27,123
2003 modern 104 #27,101
2004 modern 100 #27,964
2005 modern 99 #28,177
2006 modern 96 #28,946
2007 modern 96 #29,339
2008 modern 95 #29,822
2009 modern 94 #30,538
2010 modern 95 #31,000
2011 modern 94 #31,016
2012 modern 107 #29,017
2013 modern 105 #29,916
2014 modern 105 #30,204
2015 modern 108 #29,512
2016 modern 101 #30,929

Geography

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Where Mckeagues 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 Greenock Upper Central, Enfield, Doncaster, Rotherham and Newcastle upon Tyne. 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 Greenock Upper Central Inverclyde
2 Enfield 012 Enfield
3 Doncaster 005 Doncaster
4 Rotherham 010 Rotherham
5 Newcastle upon Tyne 022 Newcastle upon Tyne

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mckeague

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mckeague

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

Retired Professionals

Group

Spacious Rural Living

Nationally, the Mckeague surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Spacious Rural Living, within Retired Professionals. This does not mean every Mckeague 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 predominantly ageing households typically have no resident dependent children. Most are owner-occupiers and live in detached houses in low density residential developments (although renting is more common than in the rest of the Supergroup). White ethnicity predominates. Residents are typically beyond retirement age but those still in work have managerial, professional or skilled trade occupations. White ethnicity and Christian religious affiliation predominate. Neighbourhoods are located throughout rural UK.

Wider pattern

Typically married but no longer with resident dependent children, these well-educated households either remain working in their managerial, professional, administrative or other skilled occupations, or are retired from them – the modal individual age is beyond normal retirement age. Underoccupied detached and semi-detached properties predominate, and unpaid care is more prevalent than reported disability. The prevalence of this Supergroup outside most urban conurbations indicates that rural lifestyles prevail, typically sustained by using two or more cars per household.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Young Families and Mainstream Employment

Group

Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins

Within London, Mckeague is most associated with areas classed as Social Rented Sector and Diverse Origins, part of Young Families and Mainstream Employment. 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

Scattered across London’s Inner and Outer suburbs, residents of these neighbourhoods are typically housed in the social rented sector. Although terraced and semi-detached houses predominate, more residents live in flats than elsewhere in the Supergroup. Neighbourhoods are more ethnically diverse than the Supergroup average. Those identifying as of Bangladeshi, Pakistani and some Black ethnicities are more prevalent. Europeans born in a overseas non-EU countries make up more of the lower proportion of residents identifying as White. Few residents are very old (85+). Employment in distribution, hotels and restaurants is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

Many families in these neighbourhoods have young children. Housing is principally in the social rented sector, in terraced or semi-detached units. While over-all residential densities are low, overcrowding is also prevalent locally. Residents are drawn from a range of ethnic minorities, with many identifying as Black and above average numbers born in Africa. Numbers identifying as of Chinese, Indian or White ethnicity are below average. Levels of proficiency in English are below average. Levels of separation or divorce and incidence of disability are both above average. Education is typically limited to Level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. Few residents work in professional or managerial occupations but the employment structure is otherwise diverse: it includes skilled trades, caring, leisure and other service occupations, sales and customer service occupations, construction, and work as process, plant, and machine operatives.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Mckeague 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

Mckeague 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.

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Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mckeague 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 - British

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

Meaning and origin of Mckeague

The surname McKeague is of Scottish origin, tracing its roots back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the Highlands of Scotland, particularly in the regions of Argyll and Perthshire. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "Mac Aodha," which translates to "son of Aodh" or "son of Hugh."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the McKeague surname can be found in the Scottish historical records known as the "Exchequer Rolls" from the year 1538. In these rolls, a man named John McKeauge was mentioned as a resident of Clachandysart, a village in Argyllshire. The spelling of the name varied in these early records, with variations such as McKeauge, McKeage, and McKeugh appearing.

The McKeague name has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One of the earliest was Sir Archibald McKeague, a Scottish knight who fought alongside Robert the Bruce during the Wars of Scottish Independence in the early 14th century. Another prominent figure was John McKeague, a Scottish minister and scholar who lived in the 17th century and served as the principal of St. Leonard's College in St. Andrews.

In the 18th century, the McKeague name gained recognition through the exploits of Captain James McKeague, a Scottish sailor and explorer who commanded several voyages to the West Indies and North America. His journals and logs provide valuable insights into maritime life during that era.

The 19th century saw the rise of Sir John McKeague, a Scottish industrialist and philanthropist who made significant contributions to the development of the textile industry in Glasgow. He was also a prominent patron of the arts and founded several educational institutions in the city.

Towards the end of the 19th century, another notable figure with the McKeague surname was Robert McKeague, a Scottish poet and author who gained recognition for his works celebrating the landscapes and culture of the Highlands. His poetry collection, "The Heather and the Gorse," published in 1892, is considered a classic of Scottish literature.

While the McKeague name has its roots in Scotland, it has since spread to various parts of the world, including North America, Australia, and New Zealand, due to Scottish immigration and diaspora. However, the rich history and cultural significance of this surname remain deeply intertwined with the rugged landscapes and proud heritage of the Scottish Highlands.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Mckeague surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mckeague surname in 1881?

In 1881, 4 people were recorded with the Mckeague surname. That placed it at #33,288 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mckeague surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 101 in 2016. That gives Mckeague a modern rank of #30,929.

What does the Mckeague surname mean?

English surname derived from the Scottish Gaelic 'mac Eógain' meaning "son of Eógan".

What does the Mckeague map show?

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