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Molaise

Pronounced: muh-LASH-uh

Meaning: 'My little flame' (devotional form of Laisrén).

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About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Molash, Laserian
Variants
Mo Laisse, Laisrén
Stronghold region
Ulster

Overview

Hypocoristic form of Laisrén, meaning 'my Laisse'. Associated especially with Saint Molaise of Devenish and Saint Molaise of Leighlin, two influential early Irish abbots.

The story behind Molaise

Saint Molaise's monastic island in Lough Erne is studded with one of Ireland's finest round towers.

Mythology & legend

Non-mythological; 6th-century saint.

Did you know?

Saint Molaise of Devenish is patron of the islands of Lough Erne.

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