KEEGAN
Keegan
Keegan is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Mac Aodhagáin, meaning "son of Aodhagán," a diminutive of the personal name Aodh, which means "fire" or "fiery."
Origins and History
The Keegan surname is primarily found in Ireland, with its roots in County Meath and County Roscommon. The name has been present in Irish history for centuries, with notable figures bearing the surname.
Notable Individuals
One of the most famous bearers of the surname is Kevin Keegan, a former English footballer and manager who achieved great success with clubs such as Liverpool and Newcastle United, as well as the England national team.
Another prominent figure with the surname Keegan is John Keegan, a renowned military historian and journalist known for his insightful analysis of warfare and military history.
Variants
Variants of the Keegan surname include Kegan, MacEgan, MacEgean, MacGeegan, MacKeagan, MacKegan, MacKeagen, MacKeegin, and MacKeigan.
There are approximately 5,045 people named Keegan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,873rd most common surname in Britain. Around 77 in a million people in Britain are named Keegan.
Surname type: From given name or forename
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
- Anthony
- Christopher
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Catherine
- Elaine
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Helen
- Julie
- Margaret
- Mary
- Patricia
- Rebecca
- Sarah
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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