TheNameDBMcGuffin
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Dubhín, a personal name possibly meaning 'little dark one'.
Etymology
The 'Mc' prefix indicates 'son of' in Irish and Scottish naming conventions. 'Guffin' derives from the Irish personal name Dubhín, where 'dubh' means 'dark' or 'black' and the diminutive suffix '-ín' suggests 'little'. The surname is associated with Ulster and Scottish regions.
About the McGuffin Surname
An Irish and Scottish patronymic surname derived from the personal name Dubhín. The name reflects Gaelic naming traditions with diminutive forms.
Distribution
Found in Ireland and Scotland with emigrant populations in North America and other English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented notable bearers