McCabe
McCabe is a surname of Irish origin. It is an Anglicized form of Gaelic patronymics, most commonly Mac Cába or Mac Catha, derived from a personal name and the Gaelic element mac meaning “son of.” As a result, the name originally indicated a person’s lineage, such as “son of Cába” or “descendant of Catha.” Variants include MacCabe and McCabe, with regional spelling and pronunciation differences across Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.
Historically, McCabe has been associated with Ulster and nearby border regions, appearing in medieval and early
Notable people: A number of individuals bearing the surname have achieved recognition in fields such as politics,
Other uses: The surname McCabe has appeared in place names and institutions, typically named after local individuals