Murtagh
“son of Muircheartach, 'sea-director, navigator'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Murtagh an Irish name?
Murtagh is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Muircheartaigh.
What does the surname Murtagh mean?
Murtagh (Irish: Mac Muircheartaigh) means “son of Muircheartach, 'sea-director, navigator'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Murtagh from?
The historic homeland of the Murtagh name is Meath, Sligo. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Murtagh?
Mac Muircheartaigh. Related spellings: Murtaugh, MacMurtry, Murdock.
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