MARRINAN
Marrinan
Origin and Meaning: Marrinan is a surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Muirinnéin," which means "descendant of Muirinneán." The personal name Muirinneán possibly means "sea-born" or "born of the sea."
History: The Marrinan surname has been primarily recorded in Ireland. It is believed to have originated in County Clare, where the Ó Muirinnéin sept (clan) were one of the ancient Gaelic families. The clan had significant connections to the western coastal regions of Ireland.
Distribution: The Marrinan surname is relatively rare, and individuals bearing this name can be found predominantly in Ireland and in Irish diaspora communities around the world such as the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Notable Individuals:
- Tom Marrinan (1933–2006) – A renowned Irish musician known for his contribution to traditional Irish music.
- Siobhan Marrinan – A contemporary artist recognised for her innovative work in abstract painting.
Variants: Variants of the Marrinan surname include "Marrinane" and "O'Marrinan," reflecting the anglicisation and historical variations of the original Gaelic form.
References:
- Woulfe, Patrick. "Sloinnte Gaedheal is Gall: Irish Names and Surnames." Dublin, M.H. Gill & Son, 1923.
- MacLysaght, Edward. "The Surnames of Ireland." Seventh Edition, Dublin, Irish Academic Press, 1985.
There are approximately 118 people named Marrinan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Marrinan.
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
- John
- Michael
- Patrick
- Philip
- Terence
Female
- Clare
- Dariel
- Elizabeth
- Karen
- Susan
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