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The Gaughan family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Gaughan families were found in USA in 1880. In 1840 there was 1 Gaughan family living in Maryland. This was 100% of all the recorded Gaughan's in USA. Maryland had the highest population of Gaughan families in 1840.
The surname Gaughan is derived from the Gaelic name, Ua Gáibhtheáchain, which dates to before the 10th Century. Its meaning is 'fierce warrior'. However, other translations claim it means 'anxious one'. - Jack McGrory. Submit the Meaning of This Surname for a Chance To Win a $60 Genealogy DNA Test.
The Gaughan family name was found in the USA, the UK, Canada, and Scotland between 1840 and 1920. The most Gaughan families were found in USA in 1880. In 1911 there were 22 Gaughan families living in Ontario. This was about 96% of all the recorded Gaughan's in Canada. Ontario had the highest population of Gaughan families in 1911.
Gaughan. The surname Gaughan is derived from the Old Gaelic name Ua Gáibhtheacháin, which dates to before the 10th century. Its meaning is "male descendant of a fierce warrior". However, other translations claim it means "anxious one", demonstrating their expeditious and industrious nature. Historically, Irish families were named after the ...
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