Sheeran

Sheeran is an Anglicized Irish surname.

Origin and variants

According to a few sources, the surname is a reduced form of O'Sheeran which is an Anglicized form of Ó Sírín or Ó Síoráin meaning 'descendant of Sírín/Síorán'. Derived from the personal name Síorán, from a diminutive of síor meaning 'long-lasting'.

People with the surname

• Ed Sheeran (born 1991), English singer-songwriter of Irish descent
• Frank Sheeran (1920–2003), labour union official accused of having links to organized crime and of being a hitman
• Jethro Sheeran, British musician and rapper
• Josette Sheeran (born 1954), American NGO executive
• Laura Sheeran (born 1987), Irish singer and musician
• Mark Sheeran (born 1982), English professional football striker
• Michael J. Sheeran (born 1940), American priest and higher education administrator

See also

• Ray Sheeran Field, a rugby facility in San Francisco, California

References