TheNameDBMacNulty
PatronymicMeaning
Son of Nulty, from a personal name of uncertain etymology possibly related to 'nult' or similar Gaelic elements.
Etymology
Mac- means 'son of' in Irish Gaelic. Nulty may derive from Gaelic personal names, though the exact etymology is uncertain and may have connections to Ulster Irish families.
About the MacNulty Surname
An Irish patronymic surname with roots in Ulster and Connacht. The exact origin and ancestral significance remain somewhat unclear due to limited historical documentation.
Distribution
Primarily found in Ireland, particularly in Ulster and Connacht regions, with some Scottish occurrences.
Notable Bearers
Uncertain; limited widely documented historical figures