MacAndrews

MacAndrews is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a patronymic name typical of Gaelic-derived naming conventions, formed with the element Mac indicating “son of.” The spelling MacAndrews is among the anglicized variants that appear in English-language records in Scotland, Ireland, and North America.

As a surname, MacAndrews has been borne by various individuals in different professional fields, including business, sports, and the arts. Biographical details vary by person, and the name does not denote a single, shared lineage.

In the corporate world, the term MacAndrews appears in the name of MacAndrews & Forbes Holdings, Inc., a private investment company involved in managing a diversified portfolio of companies and strategic assets. The firm is known for holding and coordinating investments across multiple industries.

Other uses are limited and may include fictional characters or place-names in specific localities. The most enduring associations of the term remain its use as a surname and as part of the MacAndrews & Forbes corporate name.