one clan, diverse roots

CLAN MACNEIL

association of america

What we do

Heritage & Culture

Scotland’s culture can be traced back almost a thousand years and it’s just as alive today as it has ever been.

Gatherings & Games

We celebrate our proud Scottish heritage through friendly association, the promotion of traditions and culture, and the sharing of information.

Genealogy & History

Our research extends from the roots of the Clan to the present-day life of the Macneils. Join us as we explore the clan Macneil around the world.

ABOUT US

Clan MacNeil Association of America

We celebrate our proud Scottish heritage through friendly association, the promotion of traditions and culture, and the sharing of information.

Latest Posts

Mae & Randall Nelson wide
Echoes of the Clan: Mae Allegra Carstensen Nelson & Dr. Randall Hylman Nelson
In this month’s Echoes of the Clan feature, we remember two remarkable individuals whose legacy lives on through education, civic leadership, and enduring service: Mae Allegra Carstensen...
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The McNeills of Gigha and Colonsay Their Role in Scottish and Irish History wide
The McNeills of Gigha and Colonsay: Their Role in Scottish and Irish History
While many are familiar with the Macneils of Barra, there exists another vital chapter in our clan’s history—one rooted in the islands of Gigha and Colonsay. These McNeills form a distinct...
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Copy of The Scottish and Irish Migration Connection wide
How to Use Y-DNA Testing to Trace Your Ancestry
Have you ever wondered where your McNeill or Macneil line really came from—or how you’re related to others with your surname around the world? Y-DNA testing gives you a way to...
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