Mannion
“descendant of Mainnín — perhaps the same as Mainchín”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Mannion an Irish name?
Mannion is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Mainnín.
What does the surname Mannion mean?
Mannion (Irish: Ó Mainnín) means “descendant of Mainnín — perhaps the same as Mainchín”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Mannion from?
The historic homeland of the Mannion name is Galway, Roscommon. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Mannion?
Ó Mainnín. Related spellings: Manning, Manion, O'Mannin.
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