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The surname Pigeon has its origins in Ireland. It is derived from the Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Peighin," which translates to "son of the servant of St. Peighin." The name Peighin is a variant of the name Feichin, which was a popular saint's name in early medieval Ireland. The original bearer of the surname was likely a devotee of St. Peighin or someone who worked in a religious capacity associated with the saint.

The Pigeon surname is not as common in Ireland as some other Irish surnames, but it can still be found throughout the country. Many Pigeon families can trace their roots back to County Galway and County Mayo, as these areas were historically associated with the Pigeon name.

It is important to note that surnames in Ireland were not fixed until the 19th century. Prior to that, individuals often used patronymics, which indicated their father's name. The adoption of fixed surnames was influenced by the English administration in Ireland during this time.

Today, individuals with the surname Pigeon of Irish descent can be found not only in Ireland but also in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with significant Irish diaspora populations, such as the United States, Canada, and Australia.

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