LEHAN
Also recorded as Le Han
Lehan
Lehan is a British surname with Irish origins. The name is an anglicised form of the Gaelic surname "Ó Liatháin", meaning "grey" or "grey-haired". The name is believed to have originated in County Cork in Ireland.
The Lehan name has been recorded in various spelling variations over the centuries, including Lehane, Lehan, Lyhane, and Lihane. The first recorded instance of the name was in the 17th century, where it was primarily found in the Munster region of Ireland.
The Lehan family has a rich history and has been associated with a variety of professions over the years. They have been known to be farmers, traders, and artisans. The Lehan surname has spread beyond Ireland, with many emigrating to other parts of the world, particularly to the United States and Australia.
Today, individuals with the surname Lehan can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, with a strong presence in regions such as London and Liverpool. The Lehan name carries with it a sense of pride in its Irish heritage and a connection to the rich history and culture of the Emerald Isle.
There are approximately 239 people named Lehan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Lehan.
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
- David
- Eddie
- Edward
- James
- Jason
- John
- Mark
- Matthew
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Timothy
Female
- Arlene
- Carol
- Cheryl
- Elizabeth
- Helen
- Jennifer
- Joanne
- Kathryn
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Melissa
- Patricia
- Rosie
- Stefani
- Susan