Maloney Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

Maloney Name Details

Maloney is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic name Ó Maoldhomhnaigh. The prefix Ó indicates 'descendant of', while Maoldhomhnaigh means 'monk'. It is believed to have originated from a prominent family or clan who had a connection to the monastic occupation. Over time, the surname has spread beyond Ireland and is now found in various English-speaking countries.

• monk
• catholic
• gaelic
• surname
• irish
• english
• masculine
• male
• boy
• baby
• irish-english
• english-irish
• descendant