Roddy
“descendant of Rodach, 'strong'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Roddy an Irish name?
Roddy is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Rodaigh.
What does the surname Roddy mean?
Roddy (Irish: Ó Rodaigh) means “descendant of Rodach, 'strong'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Roddy from?
The historic homeland of the Roddy name is Galway, Leitrim. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Roddy?
Ó Rodaigh. Related spellings: Ruddy, Reddy, O'Roddy.
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