Surname · Irish origin
Hogan
Meaning
The surname Hogan means Youth.
Origin
Irish
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Hogan
Hogan comes from Ó hÓgáin, from óg, “young.”
What kind of surname is Hogan?
Hogan is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Irish naming tradition — you can read how Irish surnames were formed on our Irish last names page.
Other Irish surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Hogan mean?
The surname Hogan means Youth. Hogan comes from Ó hÓgáin, from óg, “young.”
Where does the surname Hogan come from?
Hogan is a surname of Irish origin.
What kind of surname is Hogan?
Hogan is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Irish surnames?
Other Irish surnames include Boyle, Brennan, Byrne, Callaghan, Connolly, Daly.