Maunsell is an old Norman name long established among the gentry of Munster.
Where does the Maunsell name come from?
Maunsell is of Norman-French origin, generally explained as from mancel, a person from Le Mans or the province of Maine in France, or from a word for a tenant farmer. It is closely related to the name Mansell, and was carried to these islands by the Normans.
Maunsell in Ireland
The name became firmly established among the landed gentry of the south-west, particularly in County Limerick and the wider province of Munster, where the Maunsells held estates for centuries. As a documented Anglo-Irish name, Maunsell is found today across Ireland and among the diaspora in the United States, Canada, Australia and Britain.
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Carry the Maunsell name with you
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Frequently asked questions
Is Maunsell an Irish surname?
Maunsell is of Norman origin and became a settled Anglo-Irish gentry name, especially in County Limerick.
What does Maunsell mean?
It is generally explained as a person from Le Mans or Maine in France, or a word for a tenant farmer.
Is there a Maunsell family crest?
Families of the name have heraldic traditions; the crest and tartan artwork on our Maunsell products is created as decorative heritage artwork to celebrate the name.