Gaelic sept

Minogue

Ó Muineog
Also: Minnogue, Minogue

“descendant of Muineog — a diminutive of manach, 'monk'”

The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.

Quick answers
Is Minogue an Irish name?

Minogue is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Muineog.

What does the surname Minogue mean?

Minogue (Irish: Ó Muineog) means “descendant of Muineog — a diminutive of manach, 'monk'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.

Where in Ireland is the surname Minogue from?

The historic homeland of the Minogue name is Clare, Offaly. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.

What is the Irish for Minogue?

Ó Muineog. Related spellings: Minnogue, Minogue.

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