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McGrath

muh-GRAW

McGrath (name) means an Irish surname meaning "son of grace" or referring to a chieftain's son. Example: “McGrath is a well-known surname in Ireland and Australia.”

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An Irish surname meaning "son of grace" or referring to a chieftain's son.

"McGrath is a well-known surname in Ireland and Australia."

Word forms

McGraths plural

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Etymology

Anglicized form of Irish Mac Craith, perhaps a variant of Mac Raith (“son of Rath”), a byname from rath (“abundance, prosperity”).

Origin: Irish

Rhymes for McGrath

path bath math Kath rath Cath Nath Gath wrath

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Frequently asked questions

What does “McGrath” mean?

The word “McGrath” means an Irish surname meaning "son of grace" or referring to a chieftain's son.

How do you pronounce “McGrath”?

“McGrath” is pronounced muh-GRAW (/məˈɡɹɔː/ in IPA).

How do you use “McGrath” in a sentence?

Here is “McGrath” used in a sentence: “McGrath is a well-known surname in Ireland and Australia.”

What part of speech is “McGrath”?

“McGrath” is a name.

Is “McGrath” a common word?

“McGrath” is an uncommon word in modern English.