CALLIGAN
Calligan
Calligan is a British surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic name O' Callagain, meaning "son of Callaghan." The name is predominantly found in Ireland and Northern Ireland, but also has a presence in other parts of the United Kingdom.
The Calligan family is believed to have originated in County Cork, Ireland, and spread to other regions during the Irish diaspora. The surname is most commonly spelled as Calligan, but variations such as Callaghan or O'Callaghan are also seen.
The Calligans are known for their resilience and strong family ties. They have a rich cultural heritage, often associated with traditional Irish music, literature, and folklore.
Individuals bearing the surname Calligan have made notable contributions in various fields, including politics, sports, and the arts. As a surname with deep roots in Irish history and heritage, the Calligans continue to uphold their traditions and values, making them an integral part of the British and Irish community.
There are approximately 79 people named Calligan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Calligan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- David
- James
- Jeffrey
- John
- Mark
Female
- Christine
- Gillian
Similar and related surnames
- Caligan
- Calighan
- Calagan
- Calican
- Caligon
- Callagan
- Callaghan
- Callegan
- Calleghan
- Callgan
- Callghan
- Callian
- Callican
- Calligas
- Calligham
- Callighan
- Callinan
- Callogan
- Calloghan
- Callughan
- Coligan
- Colligan
- Collighan
- Culligan
- Cullighan
- Kalligan
- Keeligan
- Kelligan
- Calaghan
- Calina
- Calisan
- Callaghin
- Callichan
- Calligaro
- Calliger
- Callikan
- Caloghan
- Cooligan
- Galligan
- Calkin
- Callison
- Claughan
- Glackin
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.