McGinley

McGinley is a surname of Irish origin. It is an Anglicized form of Gaelic patronymic names that begin with Mac or Mc, meaning “son of.” The name is most common in Ireland and among people of Irish descent in North America and the United Kingdom. In Ireland, it has historical associations with several regions, reflecting patterns of settlement and migration.

The exact Gaelic roots associated with McGinley vary, and the name has multiple possible origins in medieval Gaelic naming. Over time, the spelling was standardized in different ways, and archival records show a range of spellings for the same family name.

Notable people with the surname include John C. McGinley (born 1959), an American actor known for his work in film and television; and Paul McGinley (born 1966), an Irish professional golfer who served as Ryder Cup captain for Europe.

The surname appears in various contexts within culture and public life, reflecting the broad Irish diaspora and its ongoing influence in regions around the world.