There are many Irish surnames being used today in forms that are quite different than their original, ancient forms. Holiham originally appeared in Gaelic as Ó hUallachain, which is derived from the word "uallach," which means "proud." 1
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Early Origins of the Holiham family
The surname Holiham was first found in Thomond (Irish: Tuadh Mumhan), literally North Thomond, the pre-Norman Kingdom of Thomond, since divided between counties Limerick, Tipperary and Clare, where they held a family seat from ancient times.
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Early History of the Holiham family
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Holiham Spelling Variations
The Middle Ages saw a great number of spelling variations for surnames common to the Irish landscape. One reason for these variations is the fact that surnames were not rigidly fixed by this period. The following variations for the name Holiham were encountered in the archives: Holohan, O'Holohan, Mulholland, Highland, Hoolohan, Houlihan, Hooligan, Whelton, Oulihan, Oulahen, Whoolahan and many more.
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Early Notables of the Holiham family
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Holiham migration to Australia
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:
Holiham migration to Australia 
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