Durcan
“son of Duarcán”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Durcan an Irish name?
Durcan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Dhuarcáin.
What does the surname Durcan mean?
Durcan (Irish: Mac Dhuarcáin) means “son of Duarcán”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Durcan from?
The historic homeland of the Durcan name is Sligo, Mayo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Durcan?
Mac Dhuarcáin. Related spellings: Durkin, Durkan, Gurkin.
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