Donnan

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Donán, a personal name possibly meaning 'brown' or 'dark'.

Etymology

Derived from the Irish personal name Donán with the patronymic suffix -an. The root may relate to Old Irish donn meaning 'brown' or 'dark-haired'.

About the Donnan Surname

An Irish patronymic surname with roots in medieval Gaelic naming traditions. The surname remains relatively uncommon outside of Ireland and Scottish diaspora communities.

Distribution

Found primarily in Ireland and Scotland, with some presence in North America.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Donnan Surname

William G. Donnan

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