CALNAN

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Calnan

Calnan is a surname of Irish origin that can also be found in the United Kingdom. The name is believed to be derived from the Gaelic surname "O'Cuilinn," meaning "descendant of Cuilinn," which translates to "holly." Over time, the name evolved to Calnan.

The Calnan surname is most commonly found in areas with a significant Irish population, particularly in Ireland, as well as in England and Scotland. It is considered to be a patronymic surname, meaning it is based on the given name of an ancestor.

Individuals with the Calnan surname have been noted in various historical records and notable figures with the surname have made significant contributions in various fields. The name is a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames and carries a sense of heritage and tradition.

There are approximately 510 people named Calnan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Calnan.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Ireland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Anthony
Christopher
Dennis
James
John
Keith
Mark
Michael
Patrick
Philip
Robert
Thomas
Timothy

Female

Alison
Angela
Catherine
Clare
Elizabeth
Emma
Fiona
Jacqueline
Jane
Josephine
Lisa
Margaret
Patricia
Sarah

Similar and related surnames

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