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McCartney

muhk-KAHT-nee

McCartney (name) means a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning "land at the foot of the thicket.". Example: “Paul McCartney is one of the most famous members of the Beatles.”

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A Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning "land at the foot of the thicket."

"Paul McCartney is one of the most famous members of the Beatles."

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Etymology

Anglicized form of Scottish Gaelic Mac Artaine (literally “son of Artan”), from mac (“son”) + Artan, a diminutive of the name Art, from Old Irish art (“bear”). Compare McCartan, of similar origin.

Origin: Old Irish

Rhymes for McCartney

key hey bey dey ley grey they joey whey obey prey abbey

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Frequently asked questions

What does “McCartney” mean?

The word “McCartney” means a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning "land at the foot of the thicket.".

How do you pronounce “McCartney”?

“McCartney” is pronounced muhk-KAHT-nee (/məkˈkɑː(ɹ)t.ni/ in IPA).

How do you use “McCartney” in a sentence?

Here is “McCartney” used in a sentence: “Paul McCartney is one of the most famous members of the Beatles.”

What part of speech is “McCartney”?

“McCartney” is a name.

Is “McCartney” a common word?

“McCartney” is an uncommon word in modern English.