TEAHAN
Teahan
Teahan is a British surname of Irish origin. The name is believed to have originated from the Gaelic name "Ó Tadhgáin," meaning "descendant of Tadhgán," which itself is derived from the Irish element "tadhg," meaning "poet" or "philosopher."
The Teahan surname is mainly found in Ireland and has strong ties to County Kerry in the west of the country. The name has since spread to England and other parts of the United Kingdom, particularly through migration and dispersal of the Irish population.
Individuals with the surname Teahan have made contributions to various fields, including academia, literature, politics, and the arts. The name also holds significance for those interested in genealogy and family history.
Overall, the Teahan surname represents a rich heritage and a connection to Irish and British roots, reflecting the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the British Isles over the centuries.
There are approximately 238 people named Teahan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Teahan.
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
- Barrie
- Christopher
- Daniel
- David
- James
- John
- Kevin
- Mark
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- William
Female
- Anne
- Bridget
- Carolyn
- Chantal
- Emma
- Helen
- Joanne
- Julie
- Kathleen
- Kerry
- Laura
- Louise
- Mary
- Patricia
- Victoria