About Linahan
The surname Linahan is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name "Ó Lionnacháin," meaning "descendant of Lionnacháin." The name Lionnacháin is a diminutive form of "Lionnach," which translates to "lion-like" or "lion-hearted." Therefore, the surname Linahan is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who possessed qualities associated with a lion, such as bravery or strength.
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The surname Linahan is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Linahan 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 Linahan in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Linahan using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.