The surname Main has its origins in Ireland, specifically of Irish descent. It is derived from the Gaelic "Mac Mághnusa," meaning "son of Magnus" or "son of Manus." Magnus was a popular given name in Ireland during the medieval period, and it was Latinized as "Magnus." Over time, this name evolved into the surname Main.
The Mac Mághnusa sept was based in County Fermanagh in the province of Ulster. They were a prominent Gaelic clan, known for their warrior heritage and their allegiance to their chieftain. The Mac Manus sept held significant land and power in the Fermanagh region during the Middle Ages.
With the English colonization of Ireland in the 16th and 17th centuries, Gaelic surnames like Mac Mághnusa underwent Anglicization. This led to variations in the spelling and pronunciation of the surname, including Main, MacMahon, MacManus, and MacMagnus. Many Mac Manus families also adopted the surname Ward, as a result of intermarriage with the Ward family.
Today, the surname Main is still found predominantly in Ireland, with concentrations in County Fermanagh and surrounding areas. Many descendants of the Mac Mághnusa sept have emigrated to other parts of the world, particularly to the United States, Canada, and Australia, where the surname Main can also be found.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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