Saint Inan was a 9th-century hermit and monk from the Celtic Church who originated from Iona Abbey. After traveling to Rome and Jerusalem, he eventually settled in Irvine, Scotland, where he lived and died. He is recognized as the patron saint of Irvine, and his name appears in various forms such as Evan or Tinnan. Local traditions suggest he preached to people near Beith, utilizing natural landmarks like a cleft in Lochlands Hill as a pulpit.