Langan is a Gaelic Irish name whose anglicised form still echoes its original sound.
Where does the Langan name come from?
Langan is an anglicisation of the Gaelic Ó Longáin, from a personal name based on the element long. The same Gaelic root lies behind related anglicisations such as Long and Longan in some districts. The forms Langan and O'Langan are used interchangeably, the "O" preserving the original Ó meaning "descendant of."
Langan in Ireland
The name is associated chiefly with Connacht, particularly County Mayo, and also appears in the midlands and elsewhere. As a Gaelic name it stayed strongest in its western heartland while spreading through later migration. Today Langan is found across Ireland and among the diaspora in the United States, Canada, Australia and Britain.
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Carry the Langan name with you
From a soft woven blanket to an everyday mug, our Langan heritage range lets you keep this Connacht name close. Search the Langan name to see the full collection of gifts and keepsakes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Langan an Irish name?
Yes. Langan is a Gaelic Irish surname, an anglicisation of Ó Longáin, with strong roots in the west of Ireland.
Where in Ireland does the Langan name come from?
It is most strongly associated with Connacht, particularly County Mayo, and also appears in the midlands.
Is there a Langan family crest?
Families of the name have heraldic traditions; the crest and tartan artwork on our Langan products is created as decorative heritage artwork to celebrate the name.
