Curran
“descendant of Corrán”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Curran an Irish name?
Curran is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Corráin.
What does the surname Curran mean?
Curran (Irish: Ó Corráin) means “descendant of Corrán”. Origin: Gaelic septs (several).
Where in Ireland is the surname Curran from?
The historic homeland of the Curran name is Donegal, Waterford, Kerry, Leitrim. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Curran?
Ó Corráin. Related spellings: O'Curran, Corran, Currane.
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