O'PRAY

Also recorded as O Pray, O' Pray, O'pray, Opray

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

O'Pray

The surname O'Pray is of Irish origin, its Gaelic form being "Ó Priomhtha". The name is an Anglicised version of this Irish surname.

Origins

The O'Pray surname is primarily found in Ireland, particularly in areas with strong Gaelic roots. The prefix "O'" denotes "descendant of" in Gaelic, indicating the family's lineage or ancestry.

Distribution

While the surname is of Irish origin, there are individuals bearing the name O'Pray in the United Kingdom, particularly in areas with historical ties to Ireland. The surname may have been carried to Britain through migration or historical connections between the two countries.

Notable Bearers

Notable individuals with the surname O'Pray include (fictional):

Sir William O'Pray: A character in Irish folklore known for their wisdom and courage.
Eileen O'Pray: A fictional character in a popular series of Irish novels.

Variants

Variants of the O'Pray surname include Pray, O'Pry, and Pry, among others. These variations may stem from regional differences, dialectal changes, or historical factors.

References

For further information on the O'Pray surname, one may consult genealogical records, historical texts, or academic resources related to Irish surnames and their origins.

There are approximately 372 people named O'Pray in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around six in a million people in Britain are named O'Pray.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Andrew
Hugh
James
John
Mark
Michael
Paul
Robert
Stephen
Thomas

Female

Agnes
Claire
Frances
Lynn
Margaret
Mary
May
Natalie
Pauline
Yvonne