Lohan

Lohan is a surname of Irish origin that is found in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora in North America and beyond. The name is used in various countries and is associated in modern times with several public figures, particularly in entertainment.

The most widely known bearer is Lindsay Lohan (born 1986), an American actress and singer. She began as a child star and achieved mainstream fame for roles in The Parent Trap (1998) and Mean Girls (2004). Beyond acting, she has pursued music, as well as television and stage work, and has been involved in various business and philanthropic activities.

In addition to Lindsay Lohan, the surname is carried by other members of her family, including Dina Lohan (born 1962), Lindsay’s mother and a television personality and actress, and Michael Lohan (born 1960), Lindsay’s father. Ali Lohan (born 1993) is Lindsay’s sister, who has worked as a model and actress.

Overall, Lohan is primarily used as a family name. In genealogical contexts, the spelling may appear in Irish records and can have variants reflecting regional pronunciations and transliterations.