Troy
“descendant of Troightheach, 'the foot-soldier'”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Troy an Irish name?
Troy is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Ó Troighthigh.
What does the surname Troy mean?
Troy (Irish: Ó Troighthigh) means “descendant of Troightheach, 'the foot-soldier'”. Origin: Gaelic sept.
Where in Ireland is the surname Troy from?
The historic homeland of the Troy name is Tipperary, Clare. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Troy?
Ó Troighthigh.
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