McAlpin

McAlpin is a surname of Scottish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic personal name "Maol Chaluim," meaning "devotee of Saint Columba." The name was prominent among the ancient Scottish Kingdom of Dál Riata. The Clan MacAlpin is one of the oldest and most important Scottish clans, historically associated with the Dalriadic kings.

Notable individuals with the surname McAlpin include Daniel McAlpin, an American politician who served as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia. Another prominent figure was Sir Alastair McAlpin, a Scottish historian and author. The surname is found in various countries, with significant populations in Scotland, the United States, Canada, and Australia. Historical records indicate the presence of the McAlpin name dating back to the medieval period. The clan's ancestral lands were primarily in the western Highlands and islands of Scotland. Over centuries, the name has spread through migration and emigration.