Hanrahan

Hanrahan is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó hAnracháin," meaning "descendant of Anrachán." The name Anrachán is a personal name derived from the Old Irish elements "an," meaning "one," and "rachán," meaning "grace" or "harmony."

Origin

The Hanrahan surname can be traced back to County Tipperary in Ireland. It is commonly found in Munster, particularly in areas such as Limerick and Cork.

Spread and Variants

Over time, individuals with the surname Hanrahan migrated to other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom. Variants of the name include Hanrahan, O'Hanrahan, O'Hanraghan, and Hanraghan.

Notable Individuals

1. Frank Hanrahan

An Irish journalist and news presenter known for his work on national broadcaster RTE.

2. Eileen Hanrahan

A British author and historian specialising in Irish cultural studies.

Legacy

The Hanrahan surname carries with it a rich history and a sense of Irish heritage. Families bearing this name often take pride in their ancestry and cultural roots. Today, individuals with the surname Hanrahan can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to various fields and professions.

Thus, the surname Hanrahan stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Irish lineage in the British Isles.

There are approximately 1,804 people named Hanrahan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 4,589th most common surname in Britain. Around 28 in a million people in Britain are named Hanrahan.

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

  • Christopher
  • David
  • James
  • John
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Patrick
  • Paul
  • Richard
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Amanda
  • Ann
  • Catherine
  • Claire
  • Denise
  • Eileen
  • Elaine
  • Elizabeth
  • Jennifer
  • Kathleen
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Sarah
  • Susan

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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