Cregeen is a surname of Manx origin.[1] It is a contraction of O'Criocain, meaning Criocan's son.[2]
Origin | |
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Language(s) | Manx |
Meaning | Contracted from O'Criocain, Criocan's son |
Region of origin | Isle of Man |
Persons
edit- David Cregeen, British sculptor
- Graham Cregeen, Member of the House of Keys
- Peter Cregeen (b. 1940), British television director, producer and executive
- Archibald Cregeen, Manx lexicographer
References
edit- ^ "Manx Family Names". Manx DNA. Retrieved 21 September 2018.
- ^ "Manx Surnames Chapter II Part II". Manx Notebook. Retrieved 21 September 2018.