There are
646
Gogans in the USA
Gogan is the
34916th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Gogan

LiamNeeson

Liam Neeson is an Irish actor known for his roles in films like 'Schindler's List', 'Taken', and 'Love Actually'. He was born Liam John Neeson in Ballymena, County Antrim, Northern Ireland.

MícheálÓ

Pseudonym Mícheál Ó Gogáin, Irish author whose best-known work, 'Turas go Tír na nÓg,' was published in 1945.

MickO'Gogain

Irish poet Mick O'Gogain whose work focused on Irish folklore and mythology. He was born in County Cork in 1872.

ThomasGogan

Thomas Gogan was an Irish musician and composer known for his works in the traditional Irish music genre. He was born in County Clare in 1890.

MaryGogan

Mary Gogan was an Irish politician and activist who served as a member of the Irish Parliament from 1918 to 1923. She was born in County Sligo in 1872.

PatrickGogan

Patrick Gogan was an Irish painter and sculptor known for his works in the modern art movements. He was born in County Galway in 1921.

EileenGogan

Eileen Gogan is an Irish singer-songwriter known for her contributions to the indie rock and folk music scene. She was born in County Dublin in 1970.

SeamusGogan

Seamus Gogan was an Irish poet and playwright known for his verses and plays inspired by the landscapes of Ireland. He was born in County Kerry in 1925.

KathleenGogain

Kathleen Gogain was an Irish actress known for her performances in theater and film. She was born in County Mayo in 1903.

FrankGagan

Frank Gagan was an Australian cricketer who represented Australia in international cricket matches. He was born in Victoria, Australia in 1938.

Gogan Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Gogan' is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Gogáin', meaning 'descendant of Gogán'. 'Gogán' itself is an old Irish personal name derived from 'gogan', meaning 'urchin' or 'baby'.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Gogan' is primarily found in Ireland, especially in counties like Kerry, Clare, and Galway. It is also found in smaller numbers in other English-speaking countries, such as the United States and Canada, due to migration.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Gogan' include 'Goggin', 'Gogon', 'Gagin', and 'Gaghan'. These variations may have arisen due to regional dialects or Anglicization of the name.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Gogan' have migrated from Ireland to other English-speaking countries, particularly during periods of Irish emigration in the 19th and early 20th centuries. They sought better economic opportunities or escaped political conflicts in their home country.