 The barony was formed from the territories of Clanawlye (Ardagh and Moydow), and parts of the territories of Moybrawne (Taghshinny parish), Clanconnor (part Kilcommock, part Cashel parishes), and Muintergalgan.Its ancient name was Cill-Modhint after St. Modhint's church, which was destroyed by fire in 1155.Also in this area are the ruins of the oldest nunnery in Ireland.