Coyne
“descendant of Cadhan — a personal name from the barnacle goose”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Coyne an Irish name?
Coyne is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Cadhain.
What does the surname Coyne mean?
Coyne (Irish: Ó Cadhain) means “descendant of Cadhan — a personal name from the barnacle goose”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Coyne from?
The historic homeland of the Coyne name is Galway, Mayo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Coyne?
Ó Cadhain. Related spellings: O'Coyne, Kyne, Barnacle.
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