McColm is a surname and, less commonly, a given name of Scottish origin. It is a patronymic name derived from the Gaelic MacColuim or MacChaluim, meaning "son of Columba" or "son of Calum." The personal name Columba (Gaelic Colm) is Latin for "dove" and refers to Saint Columba, the 6th-century Irish missionary who was instrumental in spreading Christianity in Scotland. The name is historically associated with the Scottish region of Galloway and Argyllshire, and is related to the surnames MacCallum and Malcolm.
Notable people with the surname McColm:
- Matt McColm (born 1965) – American actor, stuntman, and former model, best known for his leading role as Johnny Domino in the television series Night Man (1997–1999) and for serving as a stunt double for Arnold Schwarzenegger in Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
- Malcolm Llewellyn McColm (1914–1966) – Australian politician, member of the Australian Parliament for the division of Bowman (1949–1961).
- Bruce McColm – American political analyst, former Executive Director of Freedom House, and president of the Institute for Democratic Strategies.
Notable people with the given name McColm:
- McColm Cephas (born 1978) – Liberian footballer who played as a forward.
Other uses:
- McColm & Company – A professional services consulting firm based in Arlington, Virginia, specializing in training and technical assistance for U.S. federal agencies.
- McColm Design – A civil and structural engineering firm based in Ayrshire, Scotland.
- McColm Construction – A construction company specializing in earthworks, road and bridge construction, and environmental solutions.
Historical records: The surname McColm appears in early Scottish records dating to the 15th century, with the family associated with the region of Argyll and the Clan MacCallum. Spelling variations include MacCallum, Malcolmson, Malcom, and Malcomb.
