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Name Origin

Cormac is an Irish masculine given name meaning 'charioteer' or 'raven'. It has roots in the Gaelic language and is derived from the words 'corb' (raven) and 'mac' (son).

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Famous People

Cormac McCarthy (1933-)

Novelist and Playwright

Pulitzer Prize for Fiction (2007)
National Book Award for Fiction (1992)
Known for his bleak and violent novels such as 'The Road', 'Blood Meridian', and 'No Country for Old Men'

Cormac Ó Cuilleanáin (1940-2018)

Irish Politician

Served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for Fianna Fáil
Held ministerial positions including Minister for Defence and Minister for Justice

Similar Names

Conleth

Sibling Names

Saoirse

Both names are of Irish origin and carry a strong sense of heritage and beauty.

Finn

Another classic Irish name, Finn shares the same rugged and adventurous feel as Cormac.

Enya

Like Cormac, Enya is a name with a melodic quality and strong cultural roots in Ireland.