About Brosnahan
The surname Brosnahan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Brosnacháin, meaning "descendant of Brosnachán." The name Brosnachán is believed to be a diminutive form of the Gaelic word "brosna," which translates to "a cinder or ember." The surname Brosnahan is primarily found in County Kerry, Ireland, and is associated with families who were historically involved in the ironworking trade.
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