My ancestors name was McPHERSON?

Question

they were from Scotland.

Is anyone from Scotland and have that name?

Thanks for your help

Answer 1

I have a friend by that name, she's from Kirkaldy in Scotland, here's what the name means.

McPherson Name Meaning and History

Scottish: Anglicized form of Gaelic Mac an Phearsain ‘son of the parson’ (see Parsons). This is the surname of various ecclesiastical families in Aberdeenshire and Argyll; it is also established in northern Ireland.

hope this helps.

Answer 2

no I'm Scottish, Last name Lindsay. if you know the names of your great grand parents first last and maiden names you may be able to trace your linage through genealogy also check encyclopedia for last name, your family may have a kilt pattern which may help you.

Answer 3

Here you go!  My hubby is a McPherson from about the 1700s!