Meaning & Origin:
Mulcare is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic “Ó Maolchéir,” meaning “descendant of the devotee of the sheep” or “shepherd.”

History & Notable People:
The Mulcare name has its roots in pastoral Ireland, particularly in Munster. Families with this surname were often associated with agriculture and livestock farming. Notable individuals include Irish emigrants who contributed to literature and politics in the United States and Australia.