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