Brian Boru
High King of Ireland
941 — 1014
Quick Facts
Profession
High King of Ireland
Born
January 1, 941
Died
1014 (age ~73)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
Kingdom of MunsterBorn in KillaloeDied in Clontarf
941
Born in Killaloe (0941-01-01)
978
PositionKing of Munster (978–1014)
1002
PositionHigh King of Ireland (1002–1014)
1014
Died in Clontarf
About
Brian Boru was the High King of Ireland from 1002 to 1014. He ended the domination of the High Kingship of Ireland by the Uí Néill, and is likely responsible for ending Viking invasions of Ireland. Brian Boru is mentioned in the Annals of Inisfallen and in Chronicon Scotorum as "Brian mac Cennétig". The name Brian of Bóruma or Brian Boru was given to him posthumously. Brian built on the achievements of his father, Cennétig mac Lorcain, and especially his elder brother, Mathgamain. Brian first made himself king of Munster, then subjugated Leinster, eventually becoming High King of Ireland. He was the founder of the O'Brien dynasty, and is widely regarded as one of the most successful and unifying monarchs in medieval Ireland.
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Who is Brian Boru?+
Brian Boru was the High King of Ireland from 1002 to 1014. He ended the domination of the High Kingship of Ireland by the Uí Néill, and is likely responsible for ending Viking invasions of Ireland. Brian Boru is mentioned in the Annals of Inisfallen and in Chronicon Scotorum as "Brian mac Cennétig".
What does the name Brian mean?+
The name Brian means "A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.". It is of English origin.
When was Brian Boru born?+
Brian Boru was born on January 1, 941.
When did Brian Boru die?+
Brian Boru died in 1014, at approximately 73 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.
The name Brian is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Irish.. Etymology: Brian. Brendan.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Brian — January 1, 941
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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