Currans

/ˈkʌrənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of curran, a dialectal or family-name form of currant; small dried grapes or berries.

Etymology

Variant spelling of 'currants' reflecting Irish and Scottish English dialects where different vowel pronunciations led to alternative plural forms of the French-origin word.

Kelly Says

The word 'Curran' became a famous Irish surname—when families were named after occupations or products, a 'Curran' was likely someone who dealt in currants as a merchant or spice trader.

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