Neary
“descendant of Náradach, 'good, noble'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Neary an Irish name?
Neary is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Náradhaigh.
What does the surname Neary mean?
Neary (Irish: Ó Náradhaigh) means “descendant of Náradach, 'good, noble'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Neary from?
The historic homeland of the Neary name is Mayo, Roscommon, Louth. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Neary?
Ó Náradhaigh. Related spellings: Nary.
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