Meaning & History
Ó Muireadhaigh is an Irish Gaelic surname meaning "descendant of Muireadhach." The personal name Muireadhach derives from Old Irish Muiredach, meaning "lord, master", and was borne by several legendary and historical kings of Ireland. The surname is anglicized as Murray.
Historically, Ó Muireadhaigh would have been a prominent name in Irish genealogies and septs. Individuals with the surname likely originated in certain regions, though modern distribution is scattered due to anglicization and emigration.
Key Facts
- Meaning: Descendant of Muireadhach ("lord, master").
- Origin: Irish Gaelic.
- Type: Surname.
- Usage: Ireland primarily, with English forms.
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