Coogan
“son of Cogadhán — from cogadh, 'war'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Coogan an Irish name?
Coogan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Cogadháin.
What does the surname Coogan mean?
Coogan (Irish: Mac Cogadháin) means “son of Cogadhán — from cogadh, 'war'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Coogan from?
The historic homeland of the Coogan name is Kilkenny. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Coogan?
Mac Cogadháin. Related spellings: Cogan, MacCoogan.
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