McGenis Surname Meaning & Coat of Arms

The spelling McGenis grew out of McGuinness, an Irish surname with a long paper trail. The name is usually explained as “Son of Aonghus”.

McGenis is listed among the recognised spellings of McGuinness. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. Other spellings include Magennis, McGinnis and Guinness.

There is no single McGenis family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were. Get the complete McGenis report, with a museum-style coat of arms.