Traynor
“son of Tréanfhear, 'champion' — literally 'strong man'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Traynor an Irish name?
Traynor is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Thréinfhir.
What does the surname Traynor mean?
Traynor (Irish: Mac Thréinfhir) means “son of Tréanfhear, 'champion' — literally 'strong man'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Traynor from?
The historic homeland of the Traynor name is Armagh, Monaghan, Tyrone. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Traynor?
Mac Thréinfhir. Related spellings: Treanor, MacCreanor, Trainor.
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