olann

Olann is a term that appears in Gaelic-language contexts and in onomastic usage. In Irish Gaelic, olann denotes weaving and the craft of textile production, and it is associated with loom-work, cloth, and other aspects of traditional fabric making. The word has historical resonance in literature and folk narratives that describe skilled artisans and the creation of garments and fabrics.

In modern usage, olann is occasionally encountered as a surname or family name within communities that preserve Gaelic heritage, though it remains relatively uncommon. As a place name, there are no widely recognized towns or regions simply named Olann in standard geographic gazetteers, and any geographic references to the term typically occur as part of longer Gaelic compound place names.

Linguistically, olann serves as an example of how craft vocabulary can become embedded in cultural identity and personal naming. The term reflects the importance of textile crafts in historical economies and in the cultural imagination of Gaelic-speaking communities.

See also: weaving, Gaelic language, Irish surnames.