Jennings
“son of little John”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Jennings an Irish name?
Jennings is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Sheóinín.
What does the surname Jennings mean?
Jennings (Irish: Mac Sheóinín) means “son of little John”. Origin: Norman-Gaelic.
Where in Ireland is the surname Jennings from?
The historic homeland of the Jennings name is Galway, Mayo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Jennings?
Mac Sheóinín. Related spellings: MacJonin, Jennynges.
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