MacArtair

MacArtair is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac an t-Sagairt, which translates to "son of the priest." This patronymic surname suggests an ancestral connection to a clerical figure. Historically, the MacArtairs were associated with the western Isles of Scotland, particularly Argyll, and also appear in various parts of Ireland.

The name's prevalence has varied over time and by region. While not as widespread as some other Scottish or Irish surnames, it has maintained a presence. Individuals bearing the MacArtair surname can be found in Scotland, Ireland, and in diaspora communities around the world, including North America and Australia. There is no single definitive historical figure universally recognized as the progenitor of all MacArtairs, but the surname's roots are firmly established in Gaelic traditions. The spelling variations of the name are minimal, with MacArtair being the most common.