About Brosnihan
The surname Brosnihan 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 refers to a type of wood or timber. Therefore, the surname Brosnihan likely originated as a nickname for someone associated with wood or timber, or possibly as a locational name for someone from a place named Brosna.
The surname Brosnihan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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