Where Does the MacCall Surname Come From?

Behind the MacCall surname stands McCall, an Irish name that clerks and families wrote in more than one way.

Read literally, MacCall points to “The son of Cathal (battle mighty), or of Cathmhaol (battle chief)”. MacCall is listed among the recognised spellings of McCall. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. Related forms: McColl.

Arms associated with the name

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the McCall surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

Get the complete MacCall report, with a museum-style coat of arms.