Herlehy History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Ireland

Etymology of Herlehy

What does the name Herlehy mean?

The name Herlehy has undergone many variations in the time that has passed since its genesis. In Gaelic it appeared as Ó hUirthile.

Early Origins of the Herlehy family

The surname Herlehy was first found in County Limerick (Irish: Luimneach) located in Southwestern Ireland, in the province of Munster, where they held a family seat from ancient times.

Early History of the Herlehy family

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Herlehy Spelling Variations

Within archives, many different spelling variations exist for the surname Herlehy. Ancient scribes and church officials recorded names as they were pronounced, often resulting in the name of the single person being recorded under several different spellings. Different spellings that were found include Herlihy, O'Herlihy, Herley, Herly, Hurley, O'Hurley, Murrily and many more.

Early Notables of the Herlehy family

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Herlehy migration to Australia +

Herlehy Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Margaret Herlehy, aged 28, a farm servant, who arrived in South Australia in 1855 aboard the ship "Grand Trianon"
Mary Herlehy, aged 24, a dairy maid, who arrived in South Australia in 1855 aboard the ship "Grand Trianon"