Mulhall
“descendant of Maolchathail, ‘servant of St Cathal’”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Mulhall an Irish name?
Mulhall is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Maolchathail.
What does the surname Mulhall mean?
Mulhall (Irish: Ó Maolchathail) means “descendant of Maolchathail, ‘servant of St Cathal’”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Mulhall from?
The historic homeland of the Mulhall name is Offaly, Laois. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Mulhall?
Ó Maolchathail. Related spellings: O'Mulhall.
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