McNulty
“son of the Ulsterman”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is McNulty an Irish name?
McNulty is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac an Ultaigh.
What does the surname McNulty mean?
McNulty (Irish: Mac an Ultaigh) means “son of the Ulsterman”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname McNulty from?
The historic homeland of the McNulty name is Donegal, Mayo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for McNulty?
Mac an Ultaigh. Related spellings: MacNulty, Nulty.
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