Rooney
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Name — A surname of Irish origin, notably borne by footballer Wayne Rooney.
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Etymology
Anglicised from Irish Ó Ruanaidh, meaning "descendant of the champion".
Full origin of Rooney →Frequently asked questions
What does “Rooney” mean?
The word “Rooney” means a surname of Irish origin, notably borne by footballer Wayne Rooney.
How do you pronounce “Rooney”?
“Rooney” is pronounced ROO-nee (/ˈɹuːni/ in IPA).
How do you use “Rooney” in a sentence?
Here is “Rooney” used in a sentence: “Wayne Rooney played for Manchester United and England.”
What part of speech is “Rooney”?
“Rooney” is a name.
Where does the word “Rooney” come from?
The word “Rooney” comes from Irish. Anglicised from Irish Ó Ruanaidh, meaning "descendant of the champion".
Is “Rooney” a common word?
“Rooney” is an uncommon word in modern English.
Is Rooney an English or Irish surname?
Rooney is a surname of Irish origin.
Who is a famous person with the surname Rooney?
The surname Rooney is notably borne by footballer Wayne Rooney.
Is Rooney used as a first name or a surname?
Rooney is used as a surname, as in the case of footballer Wayne Rooney.