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