Ronan
“descendant of Rónán, 'little seal'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Ronan an Irish name?
Ronan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Rónáin.
What does the surname Ronan mean?
Ronan (Irish: Ó Rónáin) means “descendant of Rónán, 'little seal'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Ronan from?
The historic homeland of the Ronan name is Cork, Longford, Mayo, Dublin. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Ronan?
Ó Rónáin. Related spellings: Ronayne, O'Ronayne.
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