McGrory

McGrory is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic Mac Riadhrigh, meaning "son of the righ" or "son of the king." The name is most commonly found in the province of Ulster in Northern Ireland.

Notable individuals with the surname McGrory include:

James McGrory (1904-1982) was a Scottish footballer who played as a centre forward for Celtic and the Scotland national team. He is considered one of Celtic's greatest ever players and is the club's all-time leading goalscorer. He later managed Kilmarnock and Stockport County.

Patrick McGrory (born 1932) is a Northern Irish businessman and philanthropist. He is the founder of the McGrory Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests in property development, hospitality, and healthcare. He has also been a significant donor to various charitable causes.

The McGrory surname is also associated with a number of other individuals in various fields including sports, arts, and academia. While not as widely recognized as James McGrory, their contributions have enriched their respective communities. The distribution of the McGrory surname remains concentrated in areas with historical Irish populations, particularly in the United States and Canada, reflecting emigration patterns over centuries.