About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Malachy, Melaghlin
- Variants
- Maelsechnaill, Maelseachlainn
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
Borne by Maoileachlainn Mór, 10th-century High King of Ireland who defeated the Vikings of Dublin at the Battle of Tara.
The story behind Maoileachlainn
An alternative form preserved in some Irish-language traditions.
Mythology & legend
Same as Maelíseachlainn.
Did you know?
Variant spelling of Maelíseachlainn.
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