Mullarkey
“descendant of the servant of St Earc”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Mullarkey an Irish name?
Mullarkey is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Maoilearca.
What does the surname Mullarkey mean?
Mullarkey (Irish: Ó Maoilearca) means “descendant of the servant of St Earc”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Mullarkey from?
The historic homeland of the Mullarkey name is Donegal, Mayo, Sligo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Mullarkey?
Ó Maoilearca. Related spellings: Malarky, Melarkey.
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