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Etymology of Runian

What does the name Runian mean?

The surname Runian comes from the Irish Ó Ruanaidhin.

Early Origins of the Runian family

The surname Runian was first found in Counties Leitrim and Donegal (Irish: Dún na nGall), northwest Ireland in the province of Ulster, sometimes referred to as County Tyrconnel.

Early History of the Runian family

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Runian Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Rooneen, O'Rooneen, Ruineen, Runian, Runion, Roonian and many more.

Early Notables of the Runian family

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Runian migration to the United States +



Runian Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • John Runian, who landed in New Orleans in 1823


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