| ![Show Contents]() MacLochlainn History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of MacLochlainnWhat does the name MacLochlainn mean? There are many Irish surnames being used today in forms that are quite different than their original, ancient forms. MacLochlainn originally appeared in Gaelic as Mac Lochlainn or Ó Maoilsheachlainn. The first name is derived from a Norse personal name, while the second name originally designated a follower of St. Secundinus. Early Origins of the MacLochlainn familyThe surname MacLochlainn was first found in County Meath (Irish: An Mhí) anciently part of the kingdom of Brega, located in Eastern Ireland, in the province of Leinster, where they held a family seat from very ancient times, long before the Norman Conquest of England in 1066 A.D. Muircheartach Mac Lochlainn (died 1166), was king of Tír Eoghain, and High King of Ireland (c.1156-1166.) Together with sixteen of his closest allies, he was killed and was succeeded by Ruaidrí Ua Conchobair. Niall Mac Lochlainn (died 1176) was a king of Cenél nEógain and Cenél Conaill, son of Muirchertach Mac Lochlainn. Early History of the MacLochlainn familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our MacLochlainn research. Another 68 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1002, 1172, 1387, 1404, 1405, 1506, 1699, 1784, 1797 and 1857 are included under the topic Early MacLochlainn History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. MacLochlainn Spelling VariationsBefore widespread literacy came to Ireland, a name was often recorded under several different variations during the life of its bearer. Accordingly, numerous spelling variations were revealed in the search for the origin of the name MacLochlainn family name. Variations found include MacLoughlin, McLoughlin, MacGloughlin, Lochlain, Claughan and many more. Early Notables of the MacLochlainn family- Charles Macklin (1699-1797), originally Cathal MacLochlainn in Irish, or Charles McLaughlin in English, an Irish actor and dramatist born in County Donegal, who performed extensively at the Theatre Ro...
Migration of the MacLochlainn familyThousands of Irish families left for North American shores in the 19th century. These people were searching for a life unencumbered with poverty, hunger, and racial discrimination. Many arrived to eventually find such conditions, but many others simply did not arrive: victims of the diseased, overcrowded ships in which they traveled to the New World. Those who lived to see North American shores were instrumental in the development of the growing nations of Canada and the United States. A thorough examination of passenger and immigration lists has disclosed evidence of many early immigrants of the name MacLochlainn: Thomas, Bridget, Catherine and Helen MacLoughlin who settled in Quebec in 1849; Bernard, Charles, Denis, Hugh, James, John, Michael, Patrick, Thomas and William MacLoughlin all arrived in Philadelphia between 1823 and 1860. The family also settled in Newfoundland between 1792 and 1872..
| Contemporary Notables of the name MacLochlainn (post 1700) | + |
- Tadhg Mac Lochlainn (1907-1999), Irish local historian
- Pádraig Mac Lochlainn (b. 1973), Irish Sinn Féin politician
- Úna MacLochlainn (b. 1987), Irish singer-songwriter
- Gerard "Gerry" MacLochlainn (b. 1954), Sinn Féin politician from Derry, Northern Ireland
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: Cuimhnig ar do geallamhnaca
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