Ward
“son of the bard”
The sept's historic heartland, highlighted. People moved — a name can be found far from home.
Is Ward an Irish name?
Ward is a Gaelic name: it was formed in Irish, from an Irish ancestor, before English was spoken here. In Irish the name is Mac an Bhaird.
What does the surname Ward mean?
Ward (Irish: Mac an Bhaird) means “son of the bard”. Origin: Gaelic learned family.
Where in Ireland is the surname Ward from?
The historic homeland of the Ward name is Donegal, Galway. People moved, so the name can be found far beyond it.
What is the Irish for Ward?
Mac an Bhaird. Related spellings: MacWard.
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