About Egan
The surname Egan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Aodhagáin," meaning "son of Aodhagán." Aodhagán is a diminutive form of the Irish name Aodh, which means "fire" or "fiery." The name Egan is commonly found in County Tipperary and County Offaly in Ireland. It is believed to have originated as a patronymic surname, indicating descent from a male ancestor named Aodhagán.
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The surname Egan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Egan 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 Egan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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