Lyons
“descendant of Laighean, 'lance, spear'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Lyons an Irish name?
Lyons is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Laighin.
What does the surname Lyons mean?
Lyons (Irish: Ó Laighin) means “descendant of Laighean, 'lance, spear'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Lyons from?
The historic homeland of the Lyons name is Galway, Kildare, Kerry. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Lyons?
Ó Laighin. Related spellings: Lyne, Lane, Leyne.
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