MALLAGHAN
Mallaghan
Mallaghan is a surname of Irish origin, typically found in Northern Ireland, particularly in the counties of Tyrone and Derry. The name Mallaghan is an Anglicised version of the Gaelic name "Ó Meallagáin", which means "descendant of Meallagán", with Meallagán being a personal name deriving from the Irish word "meall", meaning "bald".
The Mallaghan surname has been recorded in various forms over the centuries, including variants such as Mulligan, Milligan, and Molloy. The Mallaghan family is known to have a rich and diverse history, with individuals bearing this surname being involved in various occupations and roles.
Like many Irish surnames, the Mallaghan name is often associated with a specific region or locality due to the close-knit nature of Irish communities. Mallaghans have been historically linked to farming and agricultural practices in rural areas of Northern Ireland.
Today, the Mallaghan surname continues to be passed down through generations, with descendants of Mallaghan families residing not only in Ireland but also in other parts of the world, including the United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Australia, and beyond. The Mallaghan name serves as a reminder of the ancestral roots and heritage of those who bear it.
There are approximately 115 people named Mallaghan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mallaghan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Daniel
- Francis
- Gerard
- James
- John
- Kieran
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Thomas
Female
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Mary
- Paula
- Roisin
- Rowena
- Sarah
- Suzanne
- Victoria