McCann
“son of Cana, 'wolf cub' — a young warrior”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is McCann an Irish name?
McCann is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Cana.
What does the surname McCann mean?
McCann (Irish: Mac Cana) means “son of Cana, 'wolf cub' — a young warrior”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname McCann from?
The historic homeland of the McCann name is Armagh. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for McCann?
Mac Cana. Related spellings: MacCann, Canny.
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