About Bannigan
The surname Bannigan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Beannagáin, meaning "descendant of Beannagán." The name Beannagán is a diminutive form of the Gaelic word "beann," which translates to "peak" or "top." Therefore, the surname Bannigan likely originated as a nickname for someone who lived near or on a hill or topographical feature.
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The surname Bannigan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Bannigan based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Bannigan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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