Molgand History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Ireland
Scotland

Etymology of Molgand

What does the name Molgand mean?

The Molgand surname is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic Patronymic Ó Maolagáin, or "descendant of Maolagán," which is composed of the element "maol," meaning "bald’."

Early Origins of the Molgand family

The surname Molgand was first found in County Donegal (Irish: Dún na nGall), northwest Ireland in the province of Ulster, sometimes referred to as County Tyrconnel, where they held a family seat from very ancient times.

Early History of the Molgand family

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Molgand Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Mulligan, O'Mulligan, Mullican, Mullighan, Mulliken and many more.

Early Notables of the Molgand family

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Migration of the Molgand family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Cornelius, Edward, Hugh, James, John, Michael, Patrick, Thomas and William Mulligan all arrived in Philadelphia between 1840 and 1860; Mary Mulligan settled in New York State in 1822 with a child.

The Molgand 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: Regarde bien
Motto Translation: Look carefully.