Lennon
“descendant of Leannán, 'lover' or 'sweetheart'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Lennon an Irish name?
Lennon is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Leannáin.
What does the surname Lennon mean?
Lennon (Irish: Ó Leannáin) means “descendant of Leannán, 'lover' or 'sweetheart'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Lennon from?
The historic homeland of the Lennon name is Fermanagh, Mayo, Galway. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Lennon?
Ó Leannáin. Related spellings: O'Lennon, Leonard.
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