McGrane

McGrane is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mag Raighne, meaning "son of Raighne." The given name Raighne is of uncertain origin but may be related to the word reann, meaning "sharp" or "acute."

The McGrane surname is primarily found in the province of Leinster, particularly in County Wicklow and County Wexford in Ireland. Over time, variations in spelling have occurred, including McGraine, McGrann, and Magrane.

Individuals with the surname McGrane, like those with other Irish surnames, have emigrated to various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.