Mulgrew
“descendant of Maolchraoibhe, 'chief of Craobh'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Mulgrew an Irish name?
Mulgrew is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Maolchraoibhe.
What does the surname Mulgrew mean?
Mulgrew (Irish: Ó Maolchraoibhe) means “descendant of Maolchraoibhe, 'chief of Craobh'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Mulgrew from?
The historic homeland of the Mulgrew name is Down, Tyrone, Armagh. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Mulgrew?
Ó Maolchraoibhe. Related spellings: Mulcreevy, Mulgrave.
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