About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Cuan
- Stronghold region
- Munster
Overview
Borne by several early Irish saints and ecclesiastics; revived in modern usage.
The story behind Cuán
Saint Cuán founded the monastery of Mothel in Waterford and was reckoned among the wonder-working saints of Munster; his feast is on 10 July.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; 7th-century Irish saint.
Did you know?
Saint Cuán of Mothel was a 7th-century saint and grand-nephew of Saint Munchin of Limerick.
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