DOOLAN
Doolan
Origin and Meaning Doolan is a surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic O Dubhlain, meaning "descendant of Dubhlain". The name is believed to have originated in County Clare in Ireland.
History The Doolan surname has a long history, predominantly found in Ireland. It can be traced back to ancient Gaelic territories and the clans that inhabited them. The Doolans were known to be a sept of the O'Neills in County Clare, where they held lands and played significant roles in local affairs.
Distribution Today, the surname Doolan is primarily found in Ireland, Scotland, England, Australia, and the United States. Within the United Kingdom, there are concentrations of Doolans in regions with Irish immigrant populations, such as Liverpool and Glasgow.
Famous Doolans
- Paul Doolan - An Australian footballer known for his career with various clubs in the National Soccer League.
- Frank Doolan - An Irish cricketer who played for the national team in the late 19th century.
- Karen Doolan - A British writer and journalist known for her contributions to various publications.
Variants Variants of the surname Doolan include Dolan, O'Doolin, and Doolin.
The name Doolan carries with it a rich history and heritage, representing the enduring legacy of Irish descendants around the world.
There are approximately 2,611 people named Doolan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,406th most common surname in Britain. Around 40 in a million people in Britain are named Doolan.
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
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Christopher
- James
- John
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Angela
- Catherine
- Christine
- Claire
- Deborah
- Elizabeth
- Jackie
- June
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Sharon
- Susan