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