What is the origin of the last name Coughlan?

The surname Coughlan is of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic surname "Ó Cochlain," which means "descendant of Cochlan." The name Cochlan itself is believed to be derived from the Gaelic word "cochall," meaning "cloak" or "cover." The Coughlan family was historically associated with County Cork in Ireland.

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