About Lanigan
The surname Lanigan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó Leannagáin, meaning "descendant of Leannán," which translates to "lover" or "paramour." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who was charming or amorous. The name Lanigan is predominantly found in County Tipperary in Ireland and has variations such as Lenaghan and Lenihan.
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The surname Lanigan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
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Here's how to represent Lanigan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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