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