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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- Variants
- Finnchu, Fianchu
- Stronghold region
- Munster
Overview
Borne by Saint Finnchú of Brigown in County Cork, 7th-century abbot known in tradition for his fierce austerities and his readiness to use a warrior's strength against pagan oppressors.
The story behind Finnchú
Saint Finnchú of Brigown in Cork was a fierce warrior-saint who fought beside the men of Munster in their wars.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; 6th-century Irish saint famed for severity.
Did you know?
Saint Finnchú was reputed to have hung from iron hooks in self-mortification for seven years.
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