In the old Irish language, what did Ui and Mor mean when used in names?

Question 1

I've found two answers for Ui (Dynasty of and wife of) but I'm working with males.

Mor is more elusive.

Help on these 'names' would be appreciated.

Question 2

"Quick and Easy Gaelic Names" (which is aimed at medieval or pre-1600 reenactors) indicates that Uí means "male descendant". It is most familiar from feminine clan bynames, which take the form X inghean Uí Y, meaning "X, daughter of a male descendant of Y".

The same article indicates that Mór is a byname meaning "big".

Question 3

Wonderful... I am keeping this website for future use. I may even make a print out for my own personal research catalogue.

Have a blessed day,

Rebecca

Question 4

THANK YOU ... this clears up a lot of my questions.

Have a blessed day,

Rebecca

J Palotay · Answer 1 · 2020-10-02T16:31:58+0000

"Quick and Easy Gaelic Names" (which is aimed at medieval or pre-1600 reenactors) indicates that Uí means "male descendant". It is most familiar from feminine clan bynames, which take the form X inghean Uí Y, meaning "X, daughter of a male descendant of Y".

The same article indicates that Mór is a byname meaning "big".

Wonderful... I am keeping this website for future use. I may even make a print out for my own personal research catalogue.

Have a blessed day,

Rebecca — Rebecca Snider, Oct 2, 2020

Rebecca Snider · Answer 2 · 2020-10-02T18:38:01+0000

THANK YOU ... this clears up a lot of my questions.

Have a blessed day,

Rebecca

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