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UK surname

Mckeand

A surname of Scottish origin referring to a descendant or relative of a son of a fair or attractive person.

In the 1881 census there were 325 people recorded with the Mckeand surname, ranking it #9,194 among surnames in the records. By 2016, the modern count was 283, ranked #15,359, down from #9,194 in 1881.

The strongest historical links point to Mochrum, Kelton and Sorbie. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Stranraer South, New Abbey and Stranraer West.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Mckeand is 394 in 1901. Compared with 1881, the name has fallen by 12.9%.

1881 census count

325

Ranked #9,194

Modern count

283

2016, ranked #15,359

Peak year

1901

394 bearers

Map years

9

1851 to 2016

Key insights

  • Mckeand had 325 recorded bearers in 1881, making it the #9,194 surname in that year.
  • The latest modern count shown here is 283 in 2016, ranked #15,359.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 394 in 1901.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established but Challenged.

Mckeand surname distribution map

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

Distribution map

Mckeand surname density by area, 1881 census.

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Timeline

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Mckeand 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 184 #11,120
1861 historical 276 #9,052
1881 historical 325 #9,194
1891 historical 361 #9,589
1901 historical 394 #9,579
1911 historical 157 #17,348
1997 modern 280 #14,136
1998 modern 283 #14,442
1999 modern 290 #14,281
2000 modern 289 #14,272
2001 modern 278 #14,444
2002 modern 277 #14,764
2003 modern 263 #15,109
2004 modern 258 #15,386
2005 modern 265 #15,048
2006 modern 272 #14,834
2007 modern 281 #14,660
2008 modern 287 #14,580
2009 modern 287 #14,877
2010 modern 291 #15,050
2011 modern 292 #14,863
2012 modern 271 #15,628
2013 modern 279 #15,574
2014 modern 291 #15,168
2015 modern 288 #15,190
2016 modern 283 #15,359

Geography

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Where Mckeands are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around Mochrum, Kelton, Sorbie, Kirkinner and Stoneykirk. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Stranraer South, New Abbey, Stranraer West, Machars North and Machars South. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 Mochrum Wigtown
2 Kelton Kirkcudbright
3 Sorbie Wigtown
4 Kirkinner Wigtown
5 Stoneykirk Wigtown

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Stranraer South Dumfries and Galloway
2 New Abbey Dumfries and Galloway
3 Stranraer West Dumfries and Galloway
4 Machars North Dumfries and Galloway
5 Machars South Dumfries and Galloway

Forenames

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First names often paired with Mckeand

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

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Mckeand

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Mckeand, 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 Mckeand surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established but Challenged, within Semi- and Un-Skilled Workforce. This does not mean every Mckeand 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

Professional Employment and Family Lifecycles

Group

Inner London Working Professionals

Within London, Mckeand is most associated with areas classed as Inner London Working Professionals, part of Professional Employment and Family Lifecycles. 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 primarily Inner London neighbourhoods are more densely populated than the Supergroup average. Residents have a younger over-all age profile than the Supergroup as a whole, and are less likely to be owner occupiers. Full time employment is more common than elsewhere in the Supergroup and multiple car ownership is uncommon. Chinese and non-EU-born European migrants are less in evidence than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

These neighbourhoods house people of all ages, predominantly of White British or European extraction. Resident turnover is low. Religious affiliation is less common than average and tends to be Christian if expressed. Homeownership, typically of terraced houses, is common but use of the social rented sector is not. Employment is typically in professional, managerial and associate professional or technical occupations. There are few full-time students. Level 4 qualifications are common. More households lack dependent children than have them which, considered alongside low levels of crowding and over-all age structure, indicates that many households may be post child-rearing and in late middle age. Incidence of disability is low, as is residence in communal establishments.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Mckeand is most concentrated in decile 3 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

Mckeand falls in decile 5 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname near the middle of the scale.

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

5
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Mckeand 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 Mckeand, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Mckeand

The surname McKeand is of Scottish origin, with roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have originated from the Scottish Gaelic name "Mac Cuinn," which translates to "son of Conn." The name Conn was a popular given name among Scots and Irish during the Middle Ages, derived from the Gaelic word "conn," meaning "chief" or "leader."

The earliest known record of the surname McKeand can be traced back to the Scottish Highlands, particularly in the regions of Argyll and Perthshire. In medieval Scottish records, the name appeared with various spellings, such as MacKeand, McKean, and McKeane, reflecting the fluid nature of surname spellings during that time.

One of the earliest documented instances of the surname McKeand can be found in the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland from the late 14th century, where a certain John McKeand is mentioned as a landowner in the Argyll region. This suggests that the McKeand family held a prominent position in the Highland society of that era.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname McKeand. One of the earliest was Sir Duncan McKeand (1550-1628), a Scottish knight and military commander who played a significant role in the Wars of the Three Kingdoms during the 17th century. He was known for his loyalty to the Scottish Crown and his brave exploits in battles against the English forces.

Another prominent figure was Reverend Robert McKeand (1684-1756), a renowned Scottish Presbyterian minister and theologian. He served as the minister of the parish of Kirkmichael in Ayrshire and was widely respected for his scholarly works and sermons.

In the 19th century, William McKeand (1818-1892) made a name for himself as a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. Born in Aberdeenshire, he established a successful textile manufacturing business and used his wealth to support various charitable causes, including the construction of schools and hospitals in his hometown.

Moving into the 20th century, Elizabeth McKeand (1905-1989) was a pioneering Scottish artist known for her vibrant landscape paintings and portraits. Her work was widely exhibited and celebrated, and she received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career.

Additionally, Sir James McKeand (1935-2018) was a distinguished Scottish lawyer and judge who served as the Lord President of the Court of Session, the highest civil court in Scotland. He was highly respected for his legal acumen and commitment to upholding the principles of justice and fairness.

While the origins of the surname McKeand can be traced back to the Scottish Highlands, its bearers have made significant contributions across various fields, leaving an indelible mark on the history and culture of Scotland and beyond.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

1881 census detail

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Mckeand families in the 1881 census

These tables use 1881 census entries for people recorded with the Mckeand surname. Use the location tables for concentration, then the name and occupation tables for the people behind the surname.

Top counties

Total is the county count. Frequency and index adjust for local population size, so they are better concentration signals. Durham leads with 5 Mckeands recorded in 1881 and an index of 10.77x.

County Total Index
Durham 5 10.77x
Cheshire 3 8.71x
Cumberland 3 22.34x
Lancashire 3 1.62x
Middlesex 2 1.28x

Top districts and towns

Districts give a more local view than counties. Total shows raw records, while frequency and index show local concentration. Tanfield in Durham leads with 5 Mckeands recorded in 1881 and an index of 909.09x.

Place Total Index
Tanfield 5 909.09x
Penrith 3 600.00x
Poulton Cum Seacombe 3 750.00x
Hulme 2 51.81x
Paddington London 2 34.84x
Fulwood 1 500.00x

Top female names

These are the female first names most often recorded with the Mckeand surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
Elizabeth 2
Annie 1
Harriet 1
Jean 1
Martha 1
Mary 1
Susannah 1

Top male names

These are the male first names most often recorded with the Mckeand surname in 1881. Names are not merged, so initials, variant spellings and transcription quirks can appear as separate rows.

Name Count
William 3
John 2
James 1
Robert 1
Thomas 1

Top occupations

Occupational titles are kept as recorded and later transcribed, so related jobs, spelling variants and mistakes stay separate. Scholar was the census term for a child in education. That means the other rows often tell you more about adult work in Mckeand households.

FAQ

Mckeand surname: questions and answers

How common was the Mckeand surname in 1881?

In 1881, 325 people were recorded with the Mckeand surname. That placed it at #9,194 in the surname rankings for that year.

How common is the Mckeand surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 283 in 2016. That gives Mckeand a modern rank of #15,359.

What does the Mckeand surname mean?

A surname of Scottish origin referring to a descendant or relative of a son of a fair or attractive person.

What does the Mckeand map show?

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