The surname McFarland has its origins in Ireland, specifically in the provinces of Ulster and Connacht. The name is an anglicized version of the Gaelic Irish surname Mac Pharthaláin, which means son of Parthalán. Parthalán was a mythical figure in Irish folklore, believed to be one of the earliest settlers of Ireland.
The McFarland clan can be traced back to the ancient kingdom of Ulaidh (Ulster), which encompassed present-day Northern Ireland and parts of the Republic of Ireland. They were known as a warrior clan, often involved in conflicts with neighboring clans and tribes. The McFarlands were part of the larger Uí Néill dynasty, which dominated much of Ulster during medieval times.
During the Plantation of Ulster in the 16th and 17th centuries, when English and Scottish settlers were encouraged to colonize the region, many McFarlands migrated to other parts of Ireland, as well as to other countries like Scotland and America. This diaspora contributed to the spread of the surname.
Today, the surname McFarland is still fairly common in both Ireland and Scotland, particularly in the counties of Donegal, Tyrone, and Antrim. Numerous notable individuals with this surname have emerged over the years, including politicians, athletes, and musicians. The McFarland name continues to be a proud representation of Irish heritage and history.
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Ábhair | Snáithínlíonadh poileistear. Cúr polúireatán |
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Dath | Brown |
Aois | Oiriúnach do pháistí ó 36 mhí |
Glanadh | Nigh láimhe amháin |
Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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EAN | 5055374500149 |
Meáchan | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
Airde | 30cm (11.8 orlach) |