McKenna
“son of Cionaoth”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is McKenna an Irish name?
McKenna is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Cionaoith.
What does the surname McKenna mean?
McKenna (Irish: Mac Cionaoith) means “son of Cionaoth”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname McKenna from?
The historic homeland of the McKenna name is Monaghan, Tyrone. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for McKenna?
Mac Cionaoith. Related spellings: MacKenna, Kenna.
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