KERNAGHAN
Kernaghan
Kernaghan is a relatively rare surname of Irish origin, predominantly found in Northern Ireland. The name is believed to be derived from the Gaelic Mac Thighearnáin, meaning "son of Tiernan", with Tiernan being a traditional Irish first name.
The Kernaghan surname has historical roots in County Tyrone and County Fermanagh, regions with strong Irish cultural heritage. Families bearing this surname have often been involved in local agriculture, trade, and other rural professions.
Over the years, some individuals with the surname Kernaghan have gained recognition in various fields, including music, academia, and business. Notably, in the realm of music, the name is associated with Northern Irish singer-songwriter and former frontman of the band Energy Orchard, Bap Kennedy.
Though not widely known, the Kernaghan surname holds significance for those with Irish ancestry, particularly in Northern Ireland. Its origin and regional ties contribute to the cultural tapestry of the British Isles.
There are approximately 487 people named Kernaghan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around seven in a million people in Britain are named Kernaghan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Daniel
- David
- Gary
- Henry
- James
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Paul
- Robert
- Stuart
- William
Female
- Ann
- Anne
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Ji
- Linda
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Sarah