Monaghan
“descendant of Manachán, 'little monk'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Monaghan an Irish name?
Monaghan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Manacháin.
What does the surname Monaghan mean?
Monaghan (Irish: Ó Manacháin) means “descendant of Manachán, 'little monk'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Monaghan from?
The historic homeland of the Monaghan name is Roscommon. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Monaghan?
Ó Manacháin. Related spellings: Monahan, Manahan, Monks.
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