Cronan
“descendant of Crónán — a pet form of Crón, 'dark' or 'swarthy'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Cronan an Irish name?
Cronan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Crónáin.
What does the surname Cronan mean?
Cronan (Irish: Ó Crónáin) means “descendant of Crónán — a pet form of Crón, 'dark' or 'swarthy'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Cronan from?
The historic homeland of the Cronan name is Laois. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Cronan?
Ó Crónáin. Related spellings: O'Cronan, Kronane.
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