Tierney - Last Names

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Tierney

/ˈtɪərni/

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Meaning

Descendant of the lord or master

Represents lineage, nobility, and ancestral pride, often associated with leadership and authority within a community.

Symbolism

Embodies heritage, strength of family line, and a connection to Irish identity and tradition.

Etymology: Derived from the Old Irish personal name 'Tighearnach,' meaning 'lord' or 'master,' combined with the Gaelic patronymic prefix 'Ó' meaning 'grandson or descendant of.'

Style & Origin

Cultural Background

Of Irish origin, Tierney is an anglicized form of the Gaelic 'Ó Tighearnaigh,' meaning 'descendant o

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