What does the surname Mulvane mean?

The surname Mulvane means "Descendant of Maol Bhán (bald fair one).". It is of Irish origin.

How common is the Mulvane surname?

There are approximately 2,000 people with the surname Mulvane in the United States.

Are there Mulvane soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 18 soldiers with the Mulvane surname appear in Civil War records.

Mulvane

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Maol Bhán (bald fair one).

Etymology

Derived from Irish Gaelic 'Ó Maol Bhán,' combining 'Maol' (bald) with 'Bán' (fair or white). The surname indicates descent from an ancestor with this descriptive personal name.

About the Mulvane Surname

An Irish patronymic surname derived from a descriptive personal name. The name is uncommon and appears primarily in Irish and Irish-American records.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 2,000 bearers in the United States #2,771 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare, found primarily in Ireland and among Irish-American communities.

Mulvane Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Mulvane Surname

David V. Mulvane

Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: Unknown
Estimated Bearers: 2,000

War Records

18 soldiers with the Mulvane surname found in Civil War records.

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