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