The History and Distribution of the Surname McCready
McCready is a surname of Scottish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name MacGreevy, which means "son of the proud one." The name is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in the western Highlands and Islands, where it has been recorded as far back as the 14th century.
In modern times, the name McCready is found in many countries around the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, where people of Scottish descent have settled and established new communities.
Some notable people with the surname McCready include:
* John McCready (1879-1960), a Scottish-born Australian rules footballer
* William McCready (1845-1922), an American businessman and politician from Pennsylvania
* James McCready (1835-1912), a Scottish-born Canadian businessman and politician
* Sarah McCready (1987-present), a British actress and singer.