HORGAN
Horgan
Horgan is a surname of Irish origin, commonly found in the British Isles. The name is derived from the Gaelic Ó’hOrgáin, meaning "descendant of Orgán," which was a personal name of unknown origin. The Horgan surname is most prevalent in Ireland, particularly in County Cork and County Kerry.
The Horgan family name has a rich history, with records dating back to ancient times. The Horgan clan played prominent roles in Irish society and history, including various notable figures in politics, academia, and the arts.
In the British Isles, individuals bearing the surname Horgan have made significant contributions to various fields, reflecting the diverse talents and achievements of the family lineage. The name continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining its presence in contemporary society.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling exist, such as O'Horgan or Hourigan. Despite these variations, the Horgan name retains its distinct identity and heritage within the British Isles and beyond.
Typical given names associated with the Horgan surname
Male
- Daniel
- David
- Dennis
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- William
Female
- Alison
- Anne
- Catherine
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Jacqueline
- Kathleen
- Laura
- Margaret
- Maria
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
- Hargan
- Haugan
- Haragan
- Harrigan
- Harigan
- Harrogan
- Horga
- Haragon
- Harcon
- Harekin
- Hargon
- Hargun
- Harkan
- Harken
- Harkin
- Harkon
- Harragan
- Harrigon
- Haughan
- Hercun
- Herga
- Herken
- Herquin
- Herricane
- Herrigan
- Horan
- Horegan
- Horgacy
- Horgate
- Horgen
- Horgon
- Horican
- Horigan
- Horigon
- Horkan
- Horken
- Horkin
- Hornan
- Horngan
- Horragan
- Horrigan
- Horrogan
- Houraghan
- Hourani
- Hourican
- Hourigan
- Hourighan
- Howrigan
- Hurigan
- Hurkan
- Hurrigan
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.
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There are approximately 2,185 people named Horgan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 3,909th most common surname in Britain. Around 34 in a million people in Britain are named Horgan.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Famous people named Horgan
- Sharon Horgan - Irish actress, writer, comedian
- Michael Horgan - Cyclist
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.