Breslin
“descendant of Breasal — the meaning of the personal name is not securely known”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Breslin an Irish name?
Breslin is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Breisleáin.
What does the surname Breslin mean?
Breslin (Irish: Ó Breisleáin) means “descendant of Breasal — the meaning of the personal name is not securely known”. Origin: Gaelic learned family.
Where in Ireland is the surname Breslin from?
The historic homeland of the Breslin name is Donegal, Fermanagh. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Breslin?
Ó Breisleáin. Related spellings: O'Breslin, Bresland.
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