Glenane History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Ireland
Scotland

The surname Glenane is Anglicized form of the Gaelic Patronymic name Mag Leannáin, meaning "son of Leannán." The root word of this name is "leann," meaning "cloak."

Early Origins of the Glenane family

The surname Glenane was first found in Leinster, where they held a family seat from ancient times.

Early History of the Glenane family

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Glenane Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gillion, Glennon, Glenon, Glennin, Glenning and many more.

Early Notables of the Glenane family

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Migration of the Glenane family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: James Glennin, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1810; Mary Glenning, who arrived in New York in 1804; Patrick Glenning, who came to New York in 1804; Ann Glennon, and her brothers John and William Glennon, who arrived in New York in 1850.

The Glenane Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Generosus et animosus
Motto Translation: Generous and courageous