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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Conn, Constantine
- Stronghold region
- Connacht
Overview
Borne by Conn Cétchathach (Conn of the Hundred Battles), 2nd-century legendary High King of Ireland and ancestor of the Connachta dynasties.
The story behind Conn
Conn was said to have fought a hundred great battles and divided Ireland with his rival Eógan Mór along the line of the eskers; his half (Leth Cuinn) ran from the Liffey to the north, and Connacht (Connachta) takes its name from him.
Mythology & legend
Conn Cétchathach was a legendary 2nd-century High King of Ireland.
Did you know?
Conn Cétchathach ('of the Hundred Battles') gave his name to Connacht and to half of Ireland (Leth Cuinn).
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