Glavine

Glavine is a surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Ó Glámhín, meaning "descendant of Glámhín". The personal name Glámhín itself is thought to be related to the word "glám", meaning "spear" or "gleam". The Glavine surname is most commonly found in the province of Munster, particularly in counties Cork and Kerry. Historically, the Ó Glámhín family were prominent chieftains in the barony of Muskerry in County Cork.

Notable individuals with the surname Glavine include Tom Glavine, a former professional baseball pitcher who played for the Atlanta Braves and New York Mets. He is a two-time World Series champion and a seven-time All-Star. Other individuals named Glavine have contributed to various fields, though they may not have achieved the same level of international recognition. The surname, while not among the most widespread Irish surnames, maintains a consistent presence and can be traced through genealogical records. Its distribution reflects historical settlement patterns and migrations of Irish families.