MULKEEN
Mulkeen
Mulkeen is a British surname of Irish origin, derived from the native Gaelic O'Maoilcheain meaning 'descendant of Maoilcheann'. The name is predominantly found in the western parts of Ireland, particularly in counties Mayo and Galway.
The Mulkeen family is historically associated with agricultural and landowning activities, reflecting the rural nature of Ireland. Members of the Mulkeen clan were known for their strong sense of community and family ties, often residing in close-knit villages and towns.
Over the years, the Mulkeen surname has spread beyond Ireland, with some individuals settling in the United Kingdom. Today, individuals with the surname Mulkeen can be found across Britain, carrying on the ancestral legacy of their Irish roots.
Variants of the Mulkeen surname include Mulqueen and Mulkeane. The name Mulkeen continues to be a symbol of Irish heritage and identity for many families within the British Isles.
There are approximately 254 people named Mulkeen in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Mulkeen.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Daniel
- Declan
- James
- John
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Philip
Female
- Andrea
- Anne
- Carmel
- Charlotte
- Eileen
- Helena
- Margaret
- Mary
- Ruth
- Sandra