Nevin
“son of Cnáimhín — from cnámh, bone”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Nevin an Irish name?
Nevin is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Cnáimhín.
What does the surname Nevin mean?
Nevin (Irish: Mac Cnáimhín) means “son of Cnáimhín — from cnámh, bone”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Nevin from?
The historic homeland of the Nevin name is Galway. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Nevin?
Mac Cnáimhín. Related spellings: MacNevin, Navin, Nevins.
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