MAUGHAN

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Maughan

Name: Maughan

Origin: Irish

Meaning: The surname Maughan is derived from the Irish name Ó Maoláin, meaning 'descendant of Maolán', a personal name likely meaning 'bald'.

History: The Maughan surname has its roots in Ireland, particularly in the province of Connacht. The Maughan family history is closely tied to County Mayo, where they were known as a prominent clan. Over the centuries, the Maughan clan spread to other parts of Ireland, including County Galway.

Variants: Variants of the surname Maughan include Mahon and Vaughan.

Popularity: The surname Maughan is not as common as some other Irish surnames but still retains a notable presence, particularly in Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Famous Maughans: One of the most famous bearers of the Maughan name is John Maughan, an Irish Gaelic football manager who has led various county teams to success.

References:

MacLysaght, Edward. "Irish Families: Their Names, Arms, and Origins." Dublin, Ireland: Hodges, Figgis & Co Ltd, 1957.
"Maughan Surname Origin & Last Name Meaning." Ancestry.com.

There are approximately 4,358 people named Maughan in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,153rd most common surname in Britain. Around 67 in a million people in Britain are named Maughan.

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

Christopher
David
James
John
Michael
Patrick
Peter
Robert
Stephen
Thomas

Female

Alison
Ann
Anna
Anne
Bridget
Catherine
Helen
Janet
Kathleen
Lisa
Margaret
Mary
Sarah
Susan

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