MALANEY

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Malaney

Malaney is a British surname of Irish origin. The name Malaney is derived from the Irish surname "Ó Maoil Fhionnghaile," which means "descendant of Fionnghal," a personal name meaning "white valor." The Malaney surname is predominantly found in Ireland and in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with historical Irish influence.

Individuals bearing the surname Malaney can trace their ancestry to ancient Irish clans and families. Over the centuries, the Malaney surname has undergone variations in spelling, with common derivatives including Malany, Malaney, and Mulaney.

The Malaney surname is part of the rich tapestry of British and Irish surnames that reflect the historical connections between the two countries. Many individuals with the Malaney surname have contributed to the cultural, social, and political landscape of both Ireland and the United Kingdom.

As with many surnames, the history of the Malaney family name is a testament to the intertwined histories of Britain and Ireland, and the diverse heritage of the British Isles.

There are approximately 174 people named Malaney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Malaney.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Barry
Calvin
David
Emile
Frazer
James
John
Patrick
Paul
Robert
Stephen
William

Female

Beverley
Dawn
Elizabeth
Irene
Jacqueline
Karen
Kathleen
Lorraine
Rachel
Ruth
Sharon
Stephanie
Susan

Similar and related surnames

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