Quinlivan Family Name History.

    The surname Quinlivan is the anglicized form of the name O’Caoindealbhain, which in Leinster, where the sept originated, was usually anglicized as Kindellan and has now been absorbed into the more common forms of Connellan or Conlan. They were of distinguished origin, being of the southern Uí Neill and the senior line of the descendants of Laoghaire, King of Ireland during the time of Saint Patrick. The sept were originally to be found in Meath, but their numbers were greatly reduced by the Anglo-Norman invasion, but remained in that area until the defeat of James II. During that time the form of the name used in Meath was Kindellan, a name which has been retained in Spain where many members of the sept settled in exile.

   The branch of the family which settled in northern Tipperary were known as Quinlan in English. In the 1659 census they were noted as being one of the most numerous families in County Tipperary. The name is now almost confined to Munster, particularly counties Cork, Limerick and Tipperary.

Notable Bearers of the Name:

Timothy Francis Quinlan (1861), The Australian Politician was Born in Tipperary.

John Ambrose Kindellan (1750-1822) Who was a Noted General in the Spanish Army Where the Family Settled after being exiles From Ireland.

Blazon Of Arms:

   Per Pale ermine and or, two lions rampant combatant between in chief mullet surmounted of a crescent and in base a dexter hand couped at the wrist and erect all gules.

Translation

   The lion is a symbol of strength, courage and generosity. The mullet (star) denotes honor and achievement in the service of the state in ancient times. The crescent is associated with faith and hope. The hand is a pledge of faith, sincerity and justice.

Crest

A stork azure, pierced through the body with an arrow argent.

An Arm in Armour Embowed, Holding a Sword all Proper

Translation

The stork is an emblem of a greatful man.

Motto

True to the end.

Origin

Ireland

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