CARRAGHER
Carragher
Carragher is a British surname of Irish origin. The name is derived from the Old Gaelic name "MacCara" meaning "son of Car." The name Car itself is an early Irish personal name thought to mean "loving." The surname Carragher is commonly found in England, particularly in regions with a strong Irish heritage like Liverpool and Manchester.
Notably, the name Carragher gained widespread recognition due to the famous British former footballer Jamie Carragher. He played as a defender for Liverpool Football Club and the England national team during his illustrious career.
Today, individuals with the surname Carragher can be found across the United Kingdom and beyond, contributing to various fields and professions. The surname Carragher carries a sense of Irish identity and heritage, reflecting the rich tapestry of British history and culture.
There are approximately 520 people named Carragher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Carragher.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Ireland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brendan
- Eugene
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Peter
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Anna
- Caroline
- Catherine
- Dawn
- Elizabeth
- Kathleen
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Mary
- Nicola
- Patricia
- Sharon
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