Sheridan

Patronymic

Meaning

Descendant of Síreádán, derived from the Gaelic 'síreádh' meaning 'seeking' or 'searching.'

Etymology

The surname comes from the Irish 'Ó Síreádáin,' where 'Ó' means 'descendant of' and Síreádán is a personal name. The root 'síreádh' carries meanings of seeking or searching in Gaelic.

About the Sheridan Surname

Sheridan is an Irish surname with roots in the Midlands and Connacht regions of Ireland. The name has been borne by various notable families and individuals throughout Irish history.

Distribution

Found throughout Ireland with concentrations in Connacht and Leinster, particularly in County Longford and County Cavan, with significant populations in the United States and Australia.

People with the Sheridan Surname

Phil Sheridan

1831–1888 General

Phillip Sheridan

1831–1888 Major General Albany, New York

W.E. Sheridan

1840–1905 Military officer, administrator