MCMANAMON
Also recorded as Mcmanamon
McManamon
McManamon is a surname of Irish origin, typically found in the western parts of Ireland. The name is an anglicized form of the Gaelic "Mac Con Meadhmon," meaning "son of the hound of Meath." The hound was a symbol of loyalty and bravery in ancient Irish culture.
Origins and Distribution
The McManamon surname is most commonly found in counties Mayo and Sligo in Ireland. The family is believed to have originated from the Kingdom of Meath in ancient times before spreading to the western regions of Ireland.
Notable Individuals
While the surname McManamon is not as universally recognised as some others, there have been notable individuals bearing this name in various fields, including sports, academia, and the arts.
Cultural Significance
The McManamon surname, like many Irish surnames, carries a sense of heritage and tradition. It is a reminder of the deep-rooted history and cultural significance of the Gaelic people.
Variants
Variants of the McManamon surname include MacManamon, MacMannon, and MacManmon, reflecting the various anglicized forms the name has taken over time.
In modern times, individuals bearing the McManamon surname can be found across the world due to emigration and diaspora. Despite its heritage in Ireland, the name has become part of a global community with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
There are approximately 467 people named McManamon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named McManamon.
Surname type: From name of parent
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
- Anthony
- James
- John
- Martin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Sean
- Shaun
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Bernadette
- Bridget
- Caroline
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Hilary
- Kathleen
- Margaret
- Maria
- Mary
- Sarah
- Shirley
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.