MAHON
Mahon
Mahon is a surname of Irish origin, believed to be derived from the ancient Gaelic name "Mathghamhain," meaning "bear." The Mahon family originally hails from County Galway in Ireland, and over time, branches of the clan have spread to other parts of Ireland and the United Kingdom.
Origins and History
The Mahon surname can be traced back to the 4th century in Ireland, where the clan held significant power and influence. They were known for their bravery in battles and were often prominent figures in Irish history.
In the 12th century, some members of the Mahon family migrated to England and Scotland, where they became part of the local communities and established themselves in various professions. Over the centuries, the Mahon surname has been associated with military leaders, scholars, and artists.
Notable Individuals
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Charles Mahon, 3rd Earl Stanhope (1753–1821) - An English politician and scientist known for his contributions to the fields of chemistry and physics.
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Richard Mahoney (b. 1980) - A contemporary British artist known for his abstract paintings inspired by nature and wildlife.
Legacy
The Mahon surname has left a lasting legacy in British and Irish history through the achievements of its notable members. Today, individuals with the surname Mahon can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, continuing to contribute to various fields and upholding the family's rich heritage.
There are approximately 5,176 people named Mahon in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,827th most common surname in Britain. Around 79 in a million people in Britain are named Mahon.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Andrew
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Ann
- Catherine
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Joanne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Mahoe
- Mahone
- Mahin
- Mahan
- Mahen
- Maho
- Mahoon
- Mahana
- Mahani
- Mahayni
- Mahonie
- Mahou
- Mahoune
- Mahow
- Mahun
- Mahuna
- Maon
- Maughn
- Mawhinnie
- Mayhan
- Mayhen
- Mayho
- Mayhoe
- Mayhon
- Mayhow
- Mayon
- Meahan
- Meahen
- Meahon
- Meehan
- Meehean
- Meehen
- Mehan
- Mehana
- Mehanna
- Mehen
- Mehin
- Mehon
- Mhana
- Mhanna
- Mhen
- Mihan
- Mohan
- Mohane
- Mohanna
- Mohen
- Mohin
- Mohini
- Mohon
- Mohun
- Moohan
- Mouhanna
- Moyhan
- Muhan
- Muhanna
- Muhin
- Myhan
- Maheen
- Mahony
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.