FAHERTY
Faherty
Faherty is an anglicized version of the Irish surname "Ó Fathartaigh," meaning descendant or son of "Fathartach." The name originates from Connacht, an ancient province in western Ireland.
The Faherty surname is commonly found in the Connemara region of County Galway, Ireland, where it has been present for centuries. The roots of the Faherty family can be traced back to the Gaelic nobility of Ireland. The name is part of the rich tapestry of Irish surnames that reflect the country's history and heritage.
Over the years, many members of the Faherty family have emigrated from Ireland to various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia. As a result, the Faherty surname can be found in different countries, often with variations in spelling and pronunciation.
The Faherty surname is associated with traits such as loyalty, strength, and resilience, reflecting the character of the Irish people. Today, those who bear the Faherty name continue to celebrate their heritage and maintain a connection to their Irish roots.
There are approximately 410 people named Faherty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named Faherty.
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
- Adam
- James
- John
- Martin
- Matthew
- Michael
- Patrick
- Paul
- Ronan
- Sean
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Angela
- Anne
- Brenda
- Catherine
- Elizabeth
- Julia
- Kathleen
- Linda
- Margaret
- Martina
- Mary
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Tara