What does the surname Drohan mean?

The surname Drohan means "Descendant of Drohan, an Irish personal name.". It is of Irish origin.

How common is the Drohan surname?

There are approximately 3,000 people with the surname Drohan in the United States.

Are there Drohan soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 14 soldiers with the Drohan surname appear in Civil War records.

Drohan

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Drohan, an Irish personal name.

Etymology

From the Irish 'Ó Droighneáin,' meaning descendant of Droighneáin, which may relate to 'droighnean' (blackthorn). The anglicized form 'Drohan' represents the simplified version of this Gaelic patronymic.

About the Drohan Surname

An Irish patronymic surname derived from a Gaelic personal name, possibly connected to the blackthorn plant. The name reflects Irish genealogical traditions of prefixing 'Ó' to ancestor names.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname

Rare Common

Primarily found in Ireland, particularly in Munster and Connacht provinces.

Drohan Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Drohan Surname

Tom Drohan

Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 16th century Ireland
Estimated Bearers: 3,000

War Records

14 soldiers with the Drohan surname found in Civil War records.

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