Fitzpatrick
“son of the devotee of Patrick”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Fitzpatrick an Irish name?
Fitzpatrick is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Giolla Phádraig.
What does the surname Fitzpatrick mean?
Fitzpatrick (Irish: Mac Giolla Phádraig) means “son of the devotee of Patrick”. Origin: Gaelic dynasty (Norman-styled).
Where in Ireland is the surname Fitzpatrick from?
The historic homeland of the Fitzpatrick name is Laois, Kilkenny. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Fitzpatrick?
Mac Giolla Phádraig.
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