Gilligan
“son of Giollagán — 'youth, lad'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Gilligan an Irish name?
Gilligan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Giollagáin.
What does the surname Gilligan mean?
Gilligan (Irish: Mac Giollagáin) means “son of Giollagán — 'youth, lad'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Gilligan from?
The historic homeland of the Gilligan name is Derry / Londonderry, Antrim, Donegal. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Gilligan?
Mac Giollagáin. Related spellings: MacGilligan, Gilgan.
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