Callan
“descendant of Cathalán, 'little battle-mighty one'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Callan an Irish name?
Callan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Cathaláin.
What does the surname Callan mean?
Callan (Irish: Ó Cathaláin) means “descendant of Cathalán, 'little battle-mighty one'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Callan from?
The historic homeland of the Callan name is Louth, Monaghan, Armagh. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Callan?
Ó Cathaláin. Related spellings: Callen.
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