McGoyne
McGoyne is a surname of Gaelic origin that occasionally appears as a place name in historical records. In contemporary usage, it is most commonly encountered as a family name in Ireland and Scotland, and among communities with Irish or Scottish ancestry around the world.
Etymology: The name is typically treated as a patronymic, indicating “son of” a Gaelic given name. The
Geographic distribution: Within the British Isles, McGoyne appears in parts of Ireland—especially Ulster—and western Scotland. In
Research and references: Because McGoyne is a relatively uncommon surname, details about its origins and branches