Lynam
“descendant of Laidhghneán, 'snow-birth'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Lynam an Irish name?
Lynam is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Laidhghneáin.
What does the surname Lynam mean?
Lynam (Irish: Ó Laidhghneáin) means “descendant of Laidhghneán, 'snow-birth'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Lynam from?
The historic homeland of the Lynam name is Wexford, Carlow. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Lynam?
Ó Laidhghneáin. Related spellings: Lynham, Lyneham.
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