Kerrigan
“descendant of Ciaragán — from ciar, black”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Kerrigan an Irish name?
Kerrigan is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Ciaragáin.
What does the surname Kerrigan mean?
Kerrigan (Irish: Ó Ciaragáin) means “descendant of Ciaragán — from ciar, black”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Kerrigan from?
The historic homeland of the Kerrigan name is Mayo, Donegal. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Kerrigan?
Ó Ciaragáin. Related spellings: Kergan, Comer.
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