Gallagher
Irish · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Gallagher
The given name 'Gallagher' is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Gallchobhair', which means 'descendant of Gallchobhar', a personal name composed of 'gall' (foreigner or stranger) and 'chobhar' (hollow or cave).
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Etymology
The given name 'Gallagher' is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname 'Ó Gallchobhair', which means 'descendant of Gallchobhar', a personal name composed of 'gall' (foreigner or stranger) and 'chobhar' (hollow or cave). The name 'Gallagher' has been used by Irish Catholics, particularly in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities.
Gallagher currently ranks #11,291 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2023.
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