McGovern
“son of Samhradhán, 'summer's child'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is McGovern an Irish name?
McGovern is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mág Shamhradháin.
What does the surname McGovern mean?
McGovern (Irish: Mág Shamhradháin) means “son of Samhradhán, 'summer's child'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname McGovern from?
The historic homeland of the McGovern name is Cavan, Leitrim. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for McGovern?
Mág Shamhradháin. Related spellings: Magauran.
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