FARAGHER
Faragher
Faragher is a surname of Manx origin, derived from the Gaelic "MacFhearghair" meaning "son of Fergus". The name is most commonly found in the Isle of Man, a self-governing British Crown dependency in the Irish Sea.
The Faragher family has a rich history, with records showing their presence on the Isle of Man dating back to medieval times. They were involved in various aspects of Manx society, including agriculture, trade, and public service.
Members of the Faragher family have made significant contributions to various fields, including politics, law, and business. One notable figure is Sir Miles Walker Faragher, a Manx politician who served as Speaker of the House of Keys, the lower house of the Manx Parliament.
The Faragher surname continues to be found primarily in the Isle of Man, as well as in other parts of the British Isles and around the world due to migration. It remains a proud symbol of Manx heritage and identity.
There are approximately 533 people named Faragher in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around eight in a million people in Britain are named Faragher.
Surname type: Occupational name
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
- Andrew
- Colin
- Darren
- David
- John
- Mark
- Michael
- Peter
- Richard
- Robert
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Amanda
- Claire
- Emma
- Gemma
- Gill
- Helen
- Julie
- Katherine
- Lisa
- Margaret
- Marion
- Patricia
- Sarah
- Susan
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