Begley
“descendant of the little hero, from beaglaoch”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Begley an Irish name?
Begley is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Beaglaoich.
What does the surname Begley mean?
Begley (Irish: Ó Beaglaoich) means “descendant of the little hero, from beaglaoch”. Origin: Gaelic sept (gallowglasses).
Where in Ireland is the surname Begley from?
The historic homeland of the Begley name is Donegal, Cork. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Begley?
Ó Beaglaoich. Related spellings: Bagley, Bigley, O'Begley.
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