Tormey
“descendant of Thormodr — a common Norse personal name”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Tormey an Irish name?
Tormey is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Tormaigh.
What does the surname Tormey mean?
Tormey (Irish: Ó Tormaigh) means “descendant of Thormodr — a common Norse personal name”. Origin: Gaelic-Norse.
Where in Ireland is the surname Tormey from?
The historic homeland of the Tormey name is Westmeath, Cavan. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Tormey?
Ó Tormaigh. Related spellings: Tarmey.
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