Nealon
“descendant of Niallán, 'little Niall'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Nealon an Irish name?
Nealon is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Nialláin.
What does the surname Nealon mean?
Nealon (Irish: Ó Nialláin) means “descendant of Niallán, 'little Niall'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Nealon from?
The historic homeland of the Nealon name is Clare, Galway. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Nealon?
Ó Nialláin. Related spellings: Neylon, Nilan, Niland.
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