MacManus

MacManus is an Irish surname of Gaelic origin. It is generally regarded as the Anglicized form of the patronymic Mac Maoinis or Mac Manus, meaning “son of Manus,” with Manus being a personal name used in medieval Ireland. The name is found in various parts of Ireland and has historical associations with families in Ulster and parts of Connacht, among others. Like many Irish names, MacManus spread with emigration and is now recorded in countries with Irish communities, including the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Spelling and variants: The name most commonly appears as MacManus or McManus. Regional spelling practices and historical record-keeping have produced variants such as Mac Manus or other close forms, reflecting the evolution of Gaelic to English orthography over time.

Distribution and history: MacManus families appear in genealogical and parish records dating back several centuries, illustrating its long-standing presence in Ireland. Through migration, the surname has become part of the broader Anglophone world, where descendants maintain cultural ties to Irish heritage.

Notable people: Individuals bearing the MacManus surname have attained recognition in fields such as sports, politics, arts, and academia, reflecting the name’s modernization and international dispersion.

See also: McManus (surname).