McCuish

The name McCuish is a Scottish surname. It is a patronymic name, meaning "son of Cuish" or "son of Huisdean". The given name "Cuish" or "Huisdean" is a Gaelic form of the Old Norse personal name "Hugh", meaning "heart" or "mind". Therefore, McCuish essentially translates to "son of Hugh."

The surname McCuish is most commonly found in the Western Highlands of Scotland, particularly in the Argyll region. Variations of the name include McCuaish, McHuish, and McCuiston. While not as prevalent as some other Highland surnames, it is a recognizable name with a distinct Scottish heritage. Individuals bearing the McCuish surname are likely descended from a male ancestor named Cuish (or a variation thereof) who lived several generations ago. As with many Scottish surnames, the spelling has varied over time due to phonetic renderings and regional dialects.