TheNameDBSheridan
PatronymicMeaning
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 & Frequency
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.
Sheridan Surname Distribution
Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.
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