REAGAN
Reagan
Reagan is a surname of Irish origin which has also been adopted by some British families. The name is believed to have Gaelic roots, derived from the Irish surname Ó Riagáin meaning "descendant of Riagán."
The Reagan surname has historical significance and is associated with various ancestral lines in Ireland and Scotland. The name has been prevalent among the Irish diaspora, particularly in the United States, where it gained prominence through figures such as President Ronald Reagan, who had Irish ancestry.
In the British context, the surname Reagan may have been introduced through Irish immigrants or individuals of Irish descent who settled in the UK. Over time, numerous British families have carried the Reagan surname, contributing to its diversity and widespread presence within the UK.
The Reagan surname is recognised as a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the cultural diversity and historical connections between Britain and Ireland.
There are approximately 134 people named Reagan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Reagan.
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
- Alec
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- Donald
- Gerald
- Ian
- James
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Roger
- Thomas
- William
Female
- Catherine
- Cheryl
- Danielle
- Eileen
- Gemma
- Helen
- Jacqueline
- Kate
- Margaret
- Mary
- Samantha