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Forannán

Pronounced: FOR-an-awn

Meaning: Of obscure origin; possibly 'overseer'

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About the name

Origin
Irish
Stronghold region
All-Ireland

Overview

Borne by Saint Forannán of Domnach Mór, abbot of Waulsort in modern Belgium, who left Ireland with twelve companions in the 10th century.

The story behind Forannán

Saint Forannán was an Irish abbot active on the continent during the great age of Irish foreign missions.

Mythology & legend

Non-mythological; 10th-century Irish saint abroad.

Did you know?

He served as abbot of the great Lotharingian monastery at Waulsort.

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