OConláin

OConláin is an Irish surname. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic Ó Conláin. The prefix "Ó" indicates "descendant of," and the personal name "Conlán" is believed to mean "little wolf." The surname is thought to have originated in the province of Munster. Like many Irish surnames, OConláin has been subject to various anglicizations over centuries, leading to a range of spellings that may include Conlan, Conlin, and others. The distribution of the OConláin surname within Ireland has historically been more concentrated in certain regions, though emigration has led to its presence in countries worldwide. Families bearing the OConláin name have contributed to Irish history and culture in various fields.