Kilcommon (County Mayo civil parish)

Kilcommon is a civil parish located in County Mayo, Ireland. It is situated in the barony of Erris, in the northwest of the county. Civil parishes are administrative divisions of land, originally used by the Church of Ireland but now primarily used for statistical purposes and genealogical research.

Kilcommon civil parish includes several townlands, which are the smallest units of land division in Ireland. Its landscape is varied, encompassing coastal areas, bogland, and mountainous terrain. Economically, the area is primarily dependent on agriculture, fishing, and tourism. The parish has a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and historical events.

Genealogical records relating to Kilcommon, such as Griffith's Valuation and census returns, are valuable resources for tracing ancestry in the area. The parish is often associated with specific surnames common to County Mayo. The population of Kilcommon has varied significantly over time, reflecting broader trends in Irish demographics.