Brogan
“descendant of Brógán — probably from bróg, 'shoe'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Brogan an Irish name?
Brogan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Brógáin.
What does the surname Brogan mean?
Brogan (Irish: Ó Brógáin) means “descendant of Brógán — probably from bróg, 'shoe'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Brogan from?
The historic homeland of the Brogan name is Mayo, Donegal. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Brogan?
Ó Brógáin. Related spellings: O'Brogan, MacBrogan.
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