The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Quick answersIs Loftus an Irish name?
Loftus is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Lachtnáin.
What does the surname Loftus mean?
Loftus (Irish: Ó Lachtnáin) means “descendant of Lachtnán, 'milk-white'”. Origin: Gaelic sept (renamed).
Where in Ireland is the surname Loftus from?
The historic homeland of the Loftus name is Mayo, Sligo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Loftus?
Ó Lachtnáin. Related spellings: Loughnane.
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