FALLOON
Falloon
The surname Falloon is of Irish origin and comes from the Gaelic name O'Fallamhain, meaning 'descendant of Fallamhan'. Fallamhan itself is derived from the Gaelic word "follamhnas" meaning 'leadership' or 'prince'.
The Falloon surname is found predominantly in Northern Ireland, particularly in County Armagh and County Antrim. It is believed that the family may have originated from the Ulster region and may have been part of the O'Neill dynasty.
The name has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including McLelland, MacCullen, and O'Fallon. The variant Faloon is also commonly found. The name spread to other parts of the United Kingdom, as well as to the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand through immigration.
Individuals bearing the name Falloon have been noted in history for their contributions to various fields, including politics, education, and literature. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, keeping alive the legacy of the Fallamhan ancestors.
There are approximately 320 people named Falloon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Falloon.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- Ian
- James
- John
- Kenneth
- Matthew
- Paul
- Peter
- Phil
- Robert
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anne
- Carolyn
- Elizabeth
- Hannah
- Helen
- Janet
- Mary
- Maureen
- Michelle
- Sharon