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