About Dignan
The surname Dignan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Duibhgeannáin, meaning "descendant of Duibhgeannáin." The name Duibhgeannáin is composed of the elements "dubh," meaning "black," and "geann," meaning "cheek." Therefore, the surname Dignan likely originated as a nickname for someone with dark or swarthy complexion or possibly referred to a person with prominent or rosy cheeks.
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The surname Dignan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dignan 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 Dignan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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