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Mcclain
Mcclain Pronunciation
Mcclain is pronounced mə-KLAYN /məˈkleɪn/Medium
Meaning: From the Scottish/Irish surname McClain/MacLean — 'the son of the servant/devotee of St John' (Mac Gille Eoin)Low
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History & Origin
Mcclain comes from the Scottish and Irish surname McClain/MacLean — from Gaelic Mac Gille Eoin, 'the son of the servant/devotee of St John'. The name of a storied Scottish Highland clan. A crisp, strong, modern surname-name (the action hero John McClane; said 'mə-KLAYN'; nickname Mac).
It registers thinly in records. Rare, son-of-the-devotee-of-St-John at the root, and strong.
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How do you pronounce Mcclain?
Mcclain is pronounced mə-KLAYN (/məˈkleɪn/). Press play above to hear Mcclain said aloud.
How do you say Mcclain?
Mcclain is said mə-KLAYN (/məˈkleɪn/). Press play above to hear Mcclain said aloud.
What does the name Mcclain mean?
Mcclain is a Scottish surname, 'the son of the servant/devotee of St John'.
Is Mcclain a boy or girl name?
Mcclain is a boy's name.
How popular is Mcclain?
Mcclain is a rare name in the U.S.