FAGAN
Fagan
Fagan is a British surname of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname "Ó Faodhagáin." The name is believed to derive from the word "faodh," meaning 'wild' or 'fierce,' suggesting a warrior ancestry.
The Fagan surname has a long history in the British Isles, particularly in Ireland. The name is most commonly found in counties Meath, Dublin, and Westmeath, reflecting the family's historic presence in these regions. Over time, members of the Fagan family migrated to England, Scotland, and other parts of the British Isles, spreading the surname.
Notable individuals bearing the surname Fagan include John Fagan, an English cricketer who played for Yorkshire in the 19th century, and Daniel Fagan, a renowned Irish poet and writer known for his works on Celtic mythology.
The Fagan surname continues to be significant in British genealogy and history, with many families proudly carrying on the name and its heritage.
There are approximately 5,725 people named Fagan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,656th most common surname in Britain. Around 88 in a million people in Britain are named Fagan.
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
- David
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Karen
- Margaret
- Mary
- Michelle
- Patricia
- Sally
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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