TheNameDBFahy
PatronymicMeaning
Derived from the Irish 'Ó Fathaidh,' meaning descendant of Fathaidh.
Etymology
The surname comes from the Irish Gaelic 'Ó Fathaidh,' where 'Ó' indicates descent and 'Fathaidh' is a personal name of uncertain meaning. The anglicized form 'Fahy' represents a simplified version of the original Irish name.
About the Fahy Surname
An Irish patronymic surname derived from the Gaelic 'Ó Fathaidh,' indicating descent from an ancestor named Fathaidh. The name is primarily associated with Irish communities.
Distribution
Found primarily in Ireland, particularly in Connacht and Munster regions.
Notable Bearers
Unknown