Mackellar

MacKellar is a surname of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Mac Ealair. The name is thought to mean "son of the healer" or "son of the stranger." Historically, the MacKellar clan was associated with the Argyll region of Scotland. While not one of the largest or most prominent Scottish clans, the MacKellar name has spread throughout the English-speaking world, particularly in Scotland, England, Canada, Australia, and the United States.

Notable individuals bearing the MacKellar surname include Dorothea MacKellar, an Australian poet famous for her poem "My Country," and Sir Edward MacKellar, a prominent Australian surgeon and politician. The name is also found in various place names, primarily in Scotland, reflecting the historical presence of families with this surname. Over time, variations in spelling such as Mac Kellor, Mac Kellar, and McKellar have emerged, though MacKellar remains the most common form. The name's enduring presence speaks to the historical migratory patterns of Scottish people and their descendants.