Devaney
“descendant of Dubheamhain — dubh, 'black', with Eamhain, the old name of Navan Fort”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Devaney an Irish name?
Devaney is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Duibheamhna.
What does the surname Devaney mean?
Devaney (Irish: Ó Duibheamhna) means “descendant of Dubheamhain — dubh, 'black', with Eamhain, the old name of Navan Fort”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Devaney from?
The historic homeland of the Devaney name is Armagh, Down. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Devaney?
Ó Duibheamhna. Related spellings: Devany, O'Devaney, Devanny.
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