Healy
“'claimant' (Sligo) or 'ingenious' (Cork)”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Healy an Irish name?
Healy is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó hÉilidhe / Ó hÉalaighthe.
What does the surname Healy mean?
Healy (Irish: Ó hÉilidhe / Ó hÉalaighthe) means “'claimant' (Sligo) or 'ingenious' (Cork)”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Healy from?
The historic homeland of the Healy name is Sligo, Cork. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Healy?
Ó hÉilidhe / Ó hÉalaighthe. Related spellings: Healey, O'Healy.
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