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