Deegan
“descendant of Dubhcheann, ‘black head’”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Deegan an Irish name?
Deegan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Duibhginn.
What does the surname Deegan mean?
Deegan (Irish: Ó Duibhginn) means “descendant of Dubhcheann, ‘black head’”. Origin: Gaelic septs (several).
Where in Ireland is the surname Deegan from?
The historic homeland of the Deegan name is Galway, Clare, Wexford, Offaly, Laois, Kerry. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Deegan?
Ó Duibhginn. Related spellings: Deighan, Digan, Diggin, Deegin, Duigan, O'Deegan.
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