MULHERN
Mulhern
Mulhern is a surname of Irish origin that has found its way into British nomenclature. The name Mulhern is derived from the Gaelic O'Maoilchiarain, meaning "descendant of Maoilchiarain." The prefix "O'" in this context denotes "grandson" or "descendant of".
The Mulhern surname is predominantly found in Northern Ireland and Scotland, with some presence in England as well. The name is believed to be associated with County Donegal in Ireland, where the Mulhern family is thought to have originated.
Individuals carrying the Mulhern surname have historically been associated with a variety of professions and social classes. The name may have originated as a patronymic based on the given name Maoilchiaráin, indicating a direct paternal lineage. Over time, the family may have branched out into various occupations and areas of society.
The Mulhern surname is a testament to the rich tapestry of British and Irish heritage, reflecting the intricate cultural interchange between the two nations. Today, individuals bearing the Mulhern name continue to uphold and celebrate their ancestral legacy across the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 1,064 people named Mulhern in the UK. That makes it roughly the 7,034th most common surname in Britain. Around 16 in a million people in Britain are named Mulhern.
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
- Craig
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Stephen
Female
- Angela
- Anne
- Claire
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sarah
- Susan
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