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McQueen

muh-KWEEN

McQueen (name) means a Scottish surname, an anglicization of Mac Suibhne; also a fashion house named for designer Alexander McQueen. Example: “Steve McQueen starred in numerous classic action films.”

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A Scottish surname, an anglicization of Mac Suibhne; also a fashion house named for designer Alexander McQueen.
"Steve McQueen starred in numerous classic action films."

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Etymology

* As a Scottish Gaelic and Irish surname, from Mac Shuibhne (“son of Suibhne”), a byname meaning "pleasant." See McSweeney. * Also as a Scottish and Irish surname, from Mac Shuain, based on Old Norse sveinn (“boy servant”). Also compare Swain, McSwan. * Also as a Scottish and Irish surname, Anglicized form of Irish Mac Caoimhín (literally “son of Kevin”). * As a French surname, Americanized from Moquin.

Origin: Irish

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Frequently asked questions

What does “McQueen” mean?

The word “McQueen” means a Scottish surname, an anglicization of Mac Suibhne; also a fashion house named for designer Alexander McQueen.

How do you pronounce “McQueen”?

“McQueen” is pronounced muh-KWEEN (/məˈkwiːn/ in IPA).

How do you use “McQueen” in a sentence?

Here is “McQueen” used in a sentence: “Steve McQueen starred in numerous classic action films.”

What part of speech is “McQueen”?

“McQueen” is a name.

Is “McQueen” a common word?

“McQueen” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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