Hartigan
“descendant of Artagán, 'little Art'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Hartigan an Irish name?
Hartigan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó hArtagáin.
What does the surname Hartigan mean?
Hartigan (Irish: Ó hArtagáin) means “descendant of Artagán, 'little Art'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Hartigan from?
The historic homeland of the Hartigan name is Clare, Limerick. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Hartigan?
Ó hArtagáin. Related spellings: O'Hartigan, Hartican.
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