TEHAN
Tehan
Tehan is a British surname of Irish origin. The name is believed to have Gaelic roots, with variations such as "Ó Téacháin" or "Ó Tuatháin" being possible origins.
The Tehan surname is most commonly found in Ireland, particularly in the Munster region, with significant populations also recorded in the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United States.
Like many surnames of Gaelic origin, Tehan is derived from a personal name or a nickname, and often has a patronymic meaning. It is believed that the name might have originally signified "descendant of the lord" or "descendant of the household".
Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Tehan have been involved in various occupations, including farming, clerical work, and trades related to agriculture and livestock.
The Tehan surname has likely undergone variations in spelling and pronunciation over the centuries, as is common with many Gaelic surnames. This has resulted in the emergence of alternative spellings such as Tihan, Téighan, and Tihane.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Tehan can be found in a wide range of professions and locations across the global diaspora, demonstrating the resilience and adaptability of this ancient Irish surname.
There are approximately 33 people named Tehan in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Tehan.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Daniel
- John
- Patrick
- Paul
Female
- Jennifer
- Joan
- Patricia
- Sian