The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Quick answersIs Looney an Irish name?
Looney is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Luanaigh.
What does the surname Looney mean?
Looney (Irish: Ó Luanaigh) means “descendant of Luanach, 'warrior' (luan, champion)”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Looney from?
The historic homeland of the Looney name is Clare, Cork. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Looney?
Ó Luanaigh. Related spellings: Loonie.
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