Reardon

Reardon is a surname of Irish origin. It is an anglicized form of the Gaelic name Ó Riordáin, meaning "descendant of Riordán". Riordán is a personal name thought to derive from ríoghdán, meaning "royal poet" or "bard".

The Reardon surname is most commonly found in County Cork and County Limerick in Ireland. Emigration from Ireland, particularly during the Great Famine, led to the spread of the surname to other parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

Notable people with the surname Reardon include:

• Beth Reardon: A registered dietitian and nutritionist.
• Greg Reardon: (Potentially refers to several people. Clarification would be needed for a specific individual to be definitively listed).
• John Reardon: A Canadian actor.
• Steve Reardon: (Potentially refers to several people. Clarification would be needed for a specific individual to be definitively listed).
• Reardon Smith Line: A historical British shipping company.

The surname Reardon, like many surnames, can be traced through genealogical research, including census records, birth certificates, marriage licenses, and death certificates. The specific spelling and pronunciation of the name may vary depending on the region and time period.