DOOHER
Dooher
The surname Dooher is of Irish origin and is primarily found in the counties of Fermanagh and Tyrone in Northern Ireland. It is an anglicised form of the Gaelic Ó Duachair, derived from the word "duach", meaning black.
The Dooher family is believed to be descended from a prominent Gaelic sept that held land and wielded influence in the province of Ulster. Over time, some members of the Dooher clan migrated further afield, with descendants now found in various parts of the United Kingdom, particularly in Scotland and England.
Like many Irish surnames, the pronunciation and spelling of Dooher have evolved over the centuries, influenced by changes in language and migration patterns. Variants of the name include Doher, Douher, and Duhig.
Today, individuals with the surname Dooher can be found across the globe, having emigrated to countries like the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The Dooher name is a testament to the rich history and heritage of the Gaelic people of Ireland, and those who bear it can take pride in their ancestral connections to the land and traditions of the Emerald Isle.
There are approximately 108 people named Dooher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Dooher.