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Macleod

muh-KLOWD

Macleod (name) means a Scottish surname meaning "son of Leod," associated with the Clan MacLeod of Skye. Example: “The Macleod clan's seat is Dunvegan Castle.”

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A Scottish surname meaning "son of Leod," associated with the Clan MacLeod of Skye.

"The Macleod clan's seat is Dunvegan Castle."

Word forms

Macleods plural, MacLeods plural

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Etymology

Anglicization of various Irish or Scottish Gaelic surnames. In Canada, the surname is also used as a common Anglicization of Cree ᒪᐦᑭᔪᐠ (mahkiyok, “the big one”) according to records of Scottish missionaries. * (town in Alberta): see entry for Fort Macleod.

Rhymes for Macleod

McLeod

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Macleod” mean?

The word “Macleod” means a Scottish surname meaning "son of Leod," associated with the Clan MacLeod of Skye.

How do you pronounce “Macleod”?

“Macleod” is pronounced muh-KLOWD (/məˈklaʊd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Macleod” in a sentence?

Here is “Macleod” used in a sentence: “The Macleod clan's seat is Dunvegan Castle.”

What part of speech is “Macleod”?

“Macleod” is a name.

Is “Macleod” a common word?

“Macleod” is an uncommon word in modern English.