Grogan
“descendant of Gruagán — from gruag, hair, or grúg, fierceness”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Grogan an Irish name?
Grogan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Gruagáin.
What does the surname Grogan mean?
Grogan (Irish: Ó Gruagáin) means “descendant of Gruagán — from gruag, hair, or grúg, fierceness”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Grogan from?
The historic homeland of the Grogan name is Roscommon. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Grogan?
Ó Gruagáin. Related spellings: Groogan, Groggan.
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