Smith
“son of the smith”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Smith an Irish name?
Smith is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac Gabhann.
What does the surname Smith mean?
Smith (Irish: Mac Gabhann) means “son of the smith”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Smith from?
The historic homeland of the Smith name is Cavan, Leitrim. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Smith?
Mac Gabhann. Related spellings: MacGowan, McGowan, Smyth.
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