McGahan

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Athan or Eachan, personal names of Gaelic origin.

Etymology

The 'Mc' prefix means 'son of' in Irish. 'Gahan' derives from the Irish personal name Eachan or Athan, possibly related to 'each' (horse) in Gaelic. The surname is associated with Connacht and Ulster regions.

About the McGahan Surname

An Irish patronymic surname with medieval roots in northern and western Ireland. The name reflects Gaelic personal naming traditions.

Distribution

Concentrated in Ireland, particularly in Connacht and Ulster, with diaspora communities in North America.

Notable Bearers

Limited documented notable bearers

People with the McGahan Surname

Paul McGahan