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Curran
Curran (name) means a surname of Irish origin. Example: “Curran is a common surname in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.”
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A surname of Irish origin.
"Curran is a common surname in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora."
How to use Curran
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMainly used as an Irish surname and several place names in the US.
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Etymology
An anglicized form of the Irish name Ó Corraidhín, from a word related to "spear."
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What does “Curran” mean?
The word “Curran” means a surname of Irish origin. In plain terms, mainly used as an Irish surname and several place names in the US.
How do you use “Curran” in a sentence?
Here is “Curran” used in a sentence: “Curran is a common surname in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora.”
What part of speech is “Curran”?
“Curran” is a name.
Where does the word “Curran” come from?
The word “Curran” comes from Irish. An anglicized form of the Irish name Ó Corraidhín, from a word related to "spear.".
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