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Origin: Scottish

Meaning: Son of the servant of Saint John

McClain is a Scottish name that has an undeniable ring to it. For lovers of the iconic film Die Hard, the name will evoke memories of the badass lead character John McClane, although that variation is spelled slightly differently. Meaning “son of the servant of Saint John”, McClaine is a name that features prominently in Scottish and Irish history. The McClain clan was active in the Western parts of Scotland before moving to Ireland in the 15th century. If you want baby to grow into a strong and resilient person who takes no prisoners, then McClain would be worth considering.