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Where does the name Monaghan come from?

Updated: 9/16/2023
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Monaghan is found in the Irish counties of Galway, Mayo and Fermanagh, but originated in Co. Roscommon. The Irish form of the surname is Ó Manacháin. It derives from Manachán (a monk). The Irish county name Monaghan has no connexion with this name as it is from Muineachán.

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