About Cagen
The surname Cagen is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Cáigín, meaning "descendant of Cáigín." The name Cáigín itself is believed to be a diminutive form of the Gaelic word "cág," which means "cock" or "rooster." Therefore, the surname Cagen likely originated as a nickname for someone who displayed characteristics associated with a rooster, such as being proud, confident, or having a distinctive walk.
The surname Cagen is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Cagen 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 Cagen in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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