Celtic Names: Their Meaning, History and Mythology

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Explore Celtic names and their meanings in this fascinating A-Z glossary, featuring over 1500 entries on first names, surnames and place names derived from the Celtic tradition.

The influence of the Celtic tradition lives on in music, craftsmanship and, most importantly, names. Many of the most popular names in currency today have Celtic roots and this book shows the fascinating diversity from across Ireland, Scotland, Wales and beyond.

Celtic genealogist Sean McLaughlin explores each names meaning, history and mythology, enabling readers to discover the significance of different Celtic names, as well as aiding parents in choosing appropriate Celtic names for their children and help to further preserve Celtic culture and tradition.

Celtic Names is a rich source of reference for anyone interested in, and inspired by, the Celtic world.

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Sean McLaughlin is an author specializing in genealogy and all things Celtic. Sean has an Irish father, a Welsh mother and a Scotty dog, and he alternates holidays between Cornwall and Brittany. He lives in North London with his wife and two children.