The surname Cahane or O'Cahane is of Irish origin and is believed to have originated from the Gaelic name Ó Catháin. The prefix Ó in Gaelic surnames signifies descendant of, indicating that the original bearer of the surname was a direct descendant of someone named Cathán.
The name Cathán derives from the personal name Cath, which means battle. The prefix án in Gaelic signifies little, so Cathán can be interpreted as little battle or little warrior. The name was likely bestowed upon someone who displayed valor or had a reputation as a skilled warrior.
The O'Cahane family has ancient roots in County Derry, located in the northern part of Ireland. They were part of the larger Clan O'Neill, which was one of the most powerful and influential noble families in Irish history. The O'Cahanes were renowned as warriors and were often involved in battles and conflicts against rival clans and English invaders.
During the centuries of English colonization in Ireland, Gaelic surnames were often anglicized or altered to conform to English naming conventions. As a result, the prefix Ó was frequently dropped, and the surname evolved into Cahane or various other spellings like Kane, Keane, or O'Kane.
Today, descendants of the Cahane or O'Cahane family can still be found in Ireland and throughout the Irish diaspora, carrying on the legacy of their Gaelic ancestors.
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| Materials | Polyester fiberfill. Polyurethane foam |
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| Colour | Brown |
| Age | Suitable for children from 36 months |
| Cleaning | Hand wash only |
| Conformity | European Standard EN71 |
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| EAN | 5055374500149 |
| Weight | 0.3kg (0.7lbs) |
| Height | 30cm (11.8 inches) |
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