TheNameDBManghan
PatronymicMeaning
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
Ireland, particularly in Connacht and Ulster regions.
Notable Bearers
Limited documented records