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