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