MacCathail
MacCathail is an Irish surname derived from the personal name Cathal, meaning "powerful in battle." It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic Mac Cathail, literally translating to "son of Cathal." This patronymic surname was historically common in various parts of Ireland, particularly in the provinces of Munster and Connacht. Families bearing the MacCathail name were often associated with chieftains and prominent lineages.
Over centuries, the spelling of MacCathail has evolved and varied. Common anglicized forms include Cathal, Cahill,