Agnew
“descendant of Gníomh, 'action'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Agnew an Irish name?
Agnew is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Gnímh.
What does the surname Agnew mean?
Agnew (Irish: Ó Gnímh) means “descendant of Gníomh, 'action'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Agnew from?
The historic homeland of the Agnew name is Antrim, Down. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Agnew?
Ó Gnímh. Related spellings: O'Gnyw.
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