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McGinty

McGinty is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac Fhionntaigh, meaning "son of Fionntach." Fionntach is a personal name thought to mean "fair-haired" or "white-haired."

The McGinty surname is primarily found in County Donegal in Ireland. Variations of the name include McGinty, Ginty, and possibly others depending on the degree of anglicization and regional dialects.

Historically, families bearing the McGinty name were part of various clans and septs within County Donegal. As with many Irish surnames, tracing specific lineages can be challenging due to historical records and the complexities of Gaelic genealogy.

Beyond its Irish origins, the name McGinty, like many other Irish surnames, has been carried by emigrants to various countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. These migrations have resulted in the dispersal of the McGinty surname and its associated familial connections around the world.