Leahy
“descendant of Laochdha, 'heroic'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Leahy an Irish name?
Leahy is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Laochdha.
What does the surname Leahy mean?
Leahy (Irish: Ó Laochdha) means “descendant of Laochdha, 'heroic'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Leahy from?
The historic homeland of the Leahy name is Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Leahy?
Ó Laochdha. Related spellings: O'Leahy, Leehy.
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