DRYNAN
Drynan
Drynan is a surname of Scottish and Irish origin, with variations such as Drinnan and Drynan. The name is believed to derive from the Gaelic words "drian" or "drean," meaning blackthorn or bramble. It is common in both Scotland and Ireland, particularly in the counties of Antrim, Donegal, and Derry.
Historically, bearers of the surname Drynan were found predominantly in rural areas, often working as farmers or labourers. The name may have also been used to describe someone living near or working with blackthorn bushes or in bramble-covered areas.
In modern times, the Drynan surname can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, particularly in countries with a significant Scottish or Irish diaspora.
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The Drynan surname carries a rich history within Scottish and Irish culture and continues to be passed down through generations as a link to the ancestral lands and traditions of its bearers.
There are approximately 113 people named Drynan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Drynan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Keith
- Matthew
- Michael
- William
Female
- Audrey
- Claire
- Gwendoline
- Isobel
- Julie
- Laura
- Mary
- Meredith
- Myra
- Sarah
- Susan