Lavin
“a corruption of Ó Flaithimhín”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Lavin an Irish name?
Lavin is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Láimhín.
What does the surname Lavin mean?
Lavin (Irish: Ó Láimhín) means “a corruption of Ó Flaithimhín”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Lavin from?
The historic homeland of the Lavin name is Roscommon, Mayo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Lavin?
Ó Láimhín. Related spellings: Lavan, Hand.
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