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What does the baby name Monahan mean? Learn about what Monahan means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Monahan - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Monahan
M-O-N-A-H-A-N, is a 7-letter male given name.
Meaning of Monahan
Descendant of the little monk, religious man.
Origin of Monahan
The name 'Monahan' has Irish origins. It is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Maonaigh, which means 'descendant of Maonach'. The surname Maonach is believed to have originated from the Irish word 'maon', meaning 'wealth' or 'treasure'.
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Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Monahan
Monaghan
Monoghan
Popularity of Monahan
The popularity of the name 'Monahan' has remained relatively low throughout history. It has not ranked among the top names in any notable lists or charts.
Monahan currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Dakarai is slightly more popular than Monahan.

Etymology of Monahan

The name 'Monahan' is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Maonaigh. The Gaelic prefix 'Ó' signifies 'descendant of', while 'Maonaigh' is the anglicized form of the original Gaelic surname. The meaning of 'Maonaigh' is linked to the concept of wealth or treasure.

Cultural Significance of Monahan

In Irish culture, surnames often hold significant meaning and are tied to ancestral heritage. The name 'Monahan' reflects the ancestral lineage of those who bear it, indicating their connection to the Ó Maonaigh family. However, it does not carry any specific cultural or historical significance beyond its association with Irish heritage.