About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Conan
- Variants
- Conán
- Stronghold region
- Leinster
Overview
Borne by Conán Maol, a sharp-tongued warrior of the Fianna in the Fenian Cycle, and by several Irish saints.
The story behind Conán
Conán Maol was the Fianna's most quarrelsome member, prone to causing trouble and pulling away skin (and hair) when he sat on enchanted seats; despite his complaints he fought bravely with the Fianna in countless tales.
Mythology & legend
Member of the Fianna in the Fenian Cycle.
Did you know?
Conán Maol of the Fianna was a famously ill-tempered, balding warrior.
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