MAGINN

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Maginn

Maginn is a surname of Irish origin, stemming from the Gaelic name "Mac Fhionnáin", meaning "son of Fionnán". The name is primarily found in Northern Ireland and is believed to have originated in County Down.

The Maginn family history can be traced back to the ancient Gaelic tribes of Ulaid. Over the centuries, the Maginn name has spread to various parts of Ireland and the United Kingdom as a result of emigration and migration.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Maginn include John Maginn (1793–1842), an Irish author and journalist who contributed to various publications during the 19th century.

The Maginn name continues to be held by many families, with variations in spelling such as McGinn and MacGinn also being common. The surname Maginn carries with it a rich heritage and is a reminder of the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the history of the British Isles.

There are approximately 346 people named Maginn in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Maginn.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Bernard
Christopher
Damian
James
John
Mark
Matthew
Michael
Patrick
Paul
Stephen
William

Female

Bretta
Elizabeth
Geraldine
Helen
Joanne
Kathleen
Madge
Margaret
Mary
Michelle
Nicola
Patricia
Sarah
Sharon
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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