Finian Lobhar was an early Irish saint and abbot who lived during the 6th century. Originating from Leinster, he is recognized for his leadership within several monastic communities, including Clonmore in County Carlow and Swords Abbey near Dublin. He was a disciple of Saint Columba and led a monastic group that adhered to a vegetarian diet. He is traditionally associated with the founding of a monastery on Innisfallen in Killarney and an abbey in the area now known as Ardfinnan.