Maloney - Last Names

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Maloney

/məˈloʊni/

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Moderate

Meaning

Descendant of the champion or descendant of the noble one

Represents lineage, strength, and a connection to ancestral pride and Gaelic nobility.

Symbolism

Embodies resilience, cultural identity, and the enduring spirit of Irish heritage.

Etymology: Derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Maoldomhnaigh', meaning 'grandson or descendant of Maoldomhnach', with 'maol' referring to devotion and 'domhnach' possibly meaning 'of the church' or interpreted as 'noble' or 'champion'.

Style & Origin

traditional

Cultural Background

Of Irish origin, Maloney is an anglicized form of an old Gaelic clan name, historically associated w

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