TheNameDBDonohoe
PatronymicMeaning
Descendant of Donnchadh, meaning 'brown warrior' or 'dark fighter'.
Etymology
Anglicized form of the Irish Ó Donnchadha, derived from the personal name Donnchadh composed of donn (brown/dark) and chadh (warrior/fighter). The surname reflects Irish patronymic traditions with anglicization during English rule.
About the Donohoe Surname
An Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Ó Donnchadha clan. The spelling variations reflect different stages of anglicization from the original Irish form.
Distribution
Primarily found in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities in North America, Australia, and the UK.
Notable Bearers
Unknown