About Behan
The surname Behan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic word "Ó Beacháin," meaning "descendant of Beachán." Beachán is a personal name derived from the word "beach," which means "bee." Therefore, the surname Behan is believed to have originally referred to someone who had a connection to bees or beekeeping.
The surname Behan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Behan based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Behan is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Behan" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Behan."