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Name Origin

Rooney is an Irish surname of Gaelic origin, derived from the Ó Raghallaigh sept. The meaning is typically translated as 'descendant of Raghaill' or 'little redhead'.

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Famous People

Wayne Rooney (1985-)

Professional Footballer

  • Record goalscorer for Manchester United and the England national team
  • Won 5 Premier League titles, 1 UEFA Champions League title, and 1 FA Cup with Manchester United
  • Named PFA Players' Player of the Year in 2006

Rooney Mara (1985-)

Actress

  • Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'
  • Known for roles in films such as 'Carol', 'Her', and 'Pan'