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O'Halloran

O'Halloran (Ó h-Allmhurain, O'Halleron, Halloran, Haloran) surname is of Irish descent, which translates roughly into 'foreigner', as the name breaks down into 'from beyond the sea.' The family motto is 'Clann Fearghaile Abú.' This comes from the Galway branch, Clann Fearghaile, whose territory was extensive around Lough Corrib.

The name originates from Clare and Galway, with the Clare branch having links with the MacConmara clan.

People

• Barry O'Halloran, Irish journalist
• Brian O'Halloran, American actor
• Greg O'Halloran, Irish footballer currently playing for Galway United F.C.
• Jack O'Halloran, American boxer and actor
• James O'Halloran, Canadian lawyer and politician
• Kevin O'Halloran, Australian swimmer and Olympic gold medalist
• Keith O'Halloran, Irish footballer
• Mick O'Halloran, Australian politician
• Michael O'Halloran, English politician
• Stephen O'Halloran, Aston Villa F.C footballer
• Thomas O'Halloran, Aussie rules footballer from New Zealand
• Thomas Shuldham O'Halloran, Australian police official and politician
• Fer O'Halloran, Canadian actor
• William Thomas Holloran Sr. Lieutenant J.G. of WW2

Places

• O'Halloran Hill, South Australia