ROARTY
Roarty
Roarty is a surname of Irish origin, commonly found in County Donegal in the northwest of Ireland. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "Ó Ruairc," which means "descendant of Ruarc." Ruarc was a personal name derived from the Old Norse name "Hrothekr."
The Roarty surname is most prevalent in the Donegal area, particularly in the townlands of Gweedore and surrounding regions. The Roarty family has a long history in the region, and they are often associated with Gaelic traditions and Irish folklore.
The name Roarty has also spread beyond Ireland, particularly to countries like the United Kingdom and the United States, where Irish immigrants have settled over the centuries. Today, individuals with the surname Roarty can be found across the globe, maintaining a connection to their Irish heritage.
The Roarty surname is considered relatively rare, adding to its distinctive character and history. Individuals bearing the Roarty name often take pride in their Irish roots and heritage, keeping alive the cultural legacy associated with this ancient and noble family name.
There are approximately 324 people named Roarty in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Roarty.
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
- Charles
- Daniel
- David
- Hugh
- James
- John
- Joseph
- Karl
- Michael
- Neil
- Patrick
Female
- Caroline
- Claire
- Dorothy
- Emma
- Evlynne
- Margaret
- Mary
- Maureen
- Michelle
- Nuala
- Sarah
- Siobhan