Mochamhnáin

Mochamhnáin is an Irish placename. It is generally understood to refer to the area around Moyvanney, a townland in County Sligo. The name is derived from the Irish words "moch" meaning early or swift, and "amhnáin" which is a diminutive form of "abhainn" meaning river. Thus, Mochamhnáin can be interpreted as "early river" or "swift river".

Historical records and local folklore suggest that the name pertains to a specific river or stream within the region. The exact geographical location identified by Mochamhnáin has varied slightly over time and in different historical contexts. However, it consistently points to a location in the northwest of Ireland, within the modern county of Sligo. The significance of the name likely relates to the natural landscape, perhaps indicating a feature that was important for early settlement or transportation. While not a prominent geographical feature on modern maps under this precise name, Mochamhnáin remains a point of interest for those studying Irish place-names and local history.