McCourt

McCourt is a common Irish surname. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Mac Cuairt, meaning "son of Cuairt." The personal name Cuairt is of uncertain origin, but possibly related to the word cuairt meaning "visit" or "pilgrimage."

The McCourt family name is historically associated with County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland. Over time, the name spread throughout Ireland, and with Irish emigration, to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Notable individuals with the McCourt surname include:

• Frank McCourt (1930-2009): An Irish-American author, known for his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir Angela's Ashes.
• Malachy McCourt (1931-2024): An Irish-American actor, writer, and brother of Frank McCourt.
• Albie McCourt (born 1944): An Australian former rugby league footballer.
• Jamie McCourt (born 1953): An American businesswoman and former United States Ambassador to France and Monaco.
• Walter McCourt (1920-2002): A former Canadian politician.

The surname McCourt can also refer to families and individuals not listed above who share the same ancestral origins. The name retains a strong connection to Irish heritage and diaspora.