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Callahan

KA-luh-han

Callahan (name) means an Irish surname and male given name. Example: “Callahan was the sheriff of the small town.”

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An Irish surname and male given name.
"Callahan was the sheriff of the small town."
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Etymology

From Irish Ó Ceallacháin; a doublet of Kelly and Kellogg.

Origin: Irish

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Callahan” mean?

The word “Callahan” means an Irish surname and male given name.

How do you pronounce “Callahan”?

“Callahan” is pronounced KA-luh-han (/ˈkæləhæn/ in IPA).

How do you use “Callahan” in a sentence?

Here is “Callahan” used in a sentence: “Callahan was the sheriff of the small town.”

What part of speech is “Callahan”?

“Callahan” is a name.

Where does the word “Callahan” come from?

The word “Callahan” comes from Irish. From Irish Ó Ceallacháin; a doublet of Kelly and Kellogg.

Is “Callahan” a common word?

“Callahan” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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