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Rowland Mahany

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Personal Details

Given Name
Rowland
Surname
Mahany

The Name Rowland

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Famous land or renowned throughout the land.
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The Mahany Surname

Origin
Irish
Meaning
Descendant of Mathghamhain, an Irish personal name meaning 'bear' or 'warrior'.
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