Macqueen

MacQueen is a surname of Scottish origin. It is commonly written as MacQueen or McQueen and is derived from the Gaelic Mac Suibhne (or Mac Shuibhne), meaning "son of Suibhne," a personal name used in medieval Scotland. The MacQueen spelling represents one of several Anglicized forms that emerged as Gaelic names were recorded in English documents over the centuries. Historically, bearers of the name were connected with Scottish families and, at times, with broader clan networks in the Highlands and Islands.

The surname is most common in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands and western counties, and it spread abroad through emigration to North America and other regions during the 18th to 20th centuries. Today, MacQueen and its variants are found in Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, and elsewhere, reflecting patterns of Scottish diaspora.

Notable bearers exist across many fields, including politics, science, the arts, and sports, though specific individuals may bear variant spellings such as McQueen or MacQueen. In addition to individuals, the name appears in local histories, genealogical literature, and place names associated with Scottish heritage.

Variants include McQueen, MacQueen, and related spellings, reflecting the broader Gaelic heritage of the name. The surname is part of a wider family of Gaelic-derived names linked to Suibhne, preserved in records of Scottish history and emigration.