Degan

Patronymic

Meaning

Derived from the Irish 'Ó Deagáin,' meaning descendant of Deagán.

Etymology

The surname comes from the Irish Gaelic 'Ó Deagáin,' where 'Ó' denotes 'descendant of' and Deagán is a personal name of uncertain etymology. The name was anglicized from its original Irish form during the colonial period.

About the Degan Surname

An Irish patronymic surname derived from the Gaelic personal name Deagán. The name reflects Irish naming traditions and has been preserved through Irish emigration to English-speaking countries.

Distribution

Primarily Ireland and Irish diaspora communities in the United States, Australia, and Canada.

People with the Degan Surname

J.A. Degan

Lt. Col.