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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Donovan
- Variants
- Donnaghan
- Stronghold region
- Munster
Overview
Borne by Donnabhán mac Cathail, 10th-century King of Uí Fidgenti in Munster; source of the surname Ó Donnabháin (Donovan).
The story behind Donnabhán
Donnabhán mac Cathail was a 10th-century king in Limerick who allied with the Norse against Brian Boru's father; the Donovans of west Cork descend from him.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; 10th-century King of Uí Fidgenti.
Did you know?
Donnabhán is the source of the surname Donovan, made famous worldwide by the 1960s singer.
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