How common is the Manghan surname?

There are approximately 1,500 people with the surname Manghan in the United States.

Are there Manghan soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 11 soldiers with the Manghan surname appear in Civil War records.

Manghan

Q: What does the surname Manghan mean?

The surname Manghan means "Descendant of Manghan, a personal name of uncertain origin.". It is of Irish origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Manghan, a personal name of uncertain origin.

Etymology

From Irish Ó Mangháin or similar patronymic formation, with the root 'Manghan' representing a personal name. The exact etymology of the personal name is unclear, though it may relate to Gaelic linguistic roots.

About the Manghan Surname

An Irish patronymic surname indicating descent from an ancestor named Manghan, found in various anglicized forms. The name appears sporadically in Irish historical records with uncertain standardization.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 1,500 bearers in the United States #3,210 most common surname

Rare Common

Ireland, particularly in Connacht and Ulster regions.

Manghan Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Manghan Surname

Russell L. Manghan

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Quick Facts

Origin: Irish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 1,500

War Records

11 soldiers with the Manghan surname found in Civil War records.

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