What Does the Name Flanagan Mean
The name Flanagan comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Flanagan below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Flanagan Name Meaning
English (Rare)From an Irish surname which was derived from Ó Flannagáin meaning "descendant of Flannagán". The given name Flannagán is derived from Irish flann "red" and a diminutive suffix.
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