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