McLellan

McLellan is a surname of Scottish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac Gille Mhoire, meaning "son of the servant of Mary." The name is most common in Scotland, particularly in the Highlands and Islands.

Notable individuals with the surname McLellan include:

Eleanor McLellan (1901-1981) was an American politician who served as a member of the California State Assembly.

George B. McLellan (1823-1891) was a Union Army officer during the American Civil War.

Ian McLellan (born 1953) is a Canadian politician and former Member of Parliament.

The McLellan surname is also associated with several places, including McLellan Island in Nova Scotia, Canada. Historically, the McLellan clan was a prominent Highland clan with lands in Kirkcudbrightshire. Their ancestral seat was Kirkcudbright Castle. The clan played a role in Scottish history, often involved in feuds and conflicts with neighboring clans. Over time, the clan's influence waned, but the surname persists as a common family name.