McGhie is a Scottish surname with Gaelic origins. It is derived from the word "Mac Gaidh", which means "son of the stranger". Notable people with the surname include:Billy McGhie, Scottish professional footballer Billy McGhie, Scottish professional footballer and manager Francesca McGhie, Scottish rugby union player Gordon McGhie, Canadian music composer Gordon McGhie (1907–1975), Australian rugby union player James McGhie, Lord McGhie, Scottish judge John McGhie (1914–1985), Scottish army psychiatrist Robert McGhie, Australian rules footballer