Kearnan History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe original Gaelic form of Kearnan was Mac Thighearnain, which is derived from the word "tighearna," which means "lord." Early Origins of the Kearnan familyThe surname Kearnan was first found in County Cavan, where they held a family seat from ancient times. Early History of the Kearnan familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kearnan research. Another 53 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Kearnan History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Kearnan Spelling VariationsJust like the English language, the Gaelic language of Ireland was not standardized in the Middle Ages. Therefore, one's name was often recorded under several different spellings during the life of its bearer. Spelling variations revealed in the search for the origins of the Kearnan family name include Kiernan, MacKiernan, Tiernan, McKernan, McKernon, McKernin, McKernen and many more. Early Notables of the Kearnan familyMore information is included under the topic Early Kearnan Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Kearnan Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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