Mecklin

Mecklin is a surname. It is believed to be of Scottish or possibly Irish origin, and is considered relatively rare. The name is thought to be a variant of MacLean or MacLaine, Anglicized forms of the Gaelic "Mac Ghille Eathain," meaning "son of the servant of Eathain." "Eathain" is a personal name, potentially a diminutive of "Aedán," meaning "little fire."

While not widely documented, bearers of the surname Mecklin have been found primarily in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Historical records pertaining specifically to families bearing the Mecklin surname are limited but genealogical research may reveal more detailed family histories on a case-by-case basis.