Many variations of the name O draighneain have evolved since the time of its initial creation. In Gaelic it appeared as O Draighnean, from the word draighnean, which means blackthorn.
Early Origins of the O draighneain family
The surname O draighneain was first found in County
Galway (Irish: Gaillimh) part of the province of
Connacht, located on the west coast of the Island, and
County Clare where O'Drennan was chief of Slieve Eise, Finn, and of Cinel-Seudna, a district on the borders of both counties.
Early History of the O draighneain family
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O draighneain Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Drennan, O'Drennan, Drenan, O'Drenan, Thornton and many more.
Early Notables of the O draighneain family (pre 1700)
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Migration of the O draighneain family to the New World and Oceana
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: William Drennan who settled in New Jersey in 1685; James Drennan settled in New York State in 1803; Michael Drennan settled in Philadelphia in 1856; Edward Thorneton settled in Virginia in 1663.
The O draighneain 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: Nec opprimere nec opprimi
Motto Translation: Neither to oppress nor to be oppressed.
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