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Early Origins of the Henwright family

The surname Henwright was first found in Louth and Armagh where they held a family seat from ancient times. The name Henwright is derived from the Gaelic " hAnrachtaigh."

Early History of the Henwright family

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Henwright Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Hanraghty, Hanratty, Hanfy, Hanify, Hanvey, Hanfey, Kenraghty, Kenratty, O'Hanraghty, O'Hanratty, O'Hanfey and many more.

Early Notables of the Henwright family

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Australia Henwright migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Henwright Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
  • James Henwright, English convict from London, who was transported aboard the "Adamant" on March 16, 1821, settling in New South Wales, Australia 1


  1. State Library of Queensland. (Retrieved 2016, October 27) Adamant voyage to New South Wales, Australia in 1821 with 144 passengers. Retrieved from http://www.convictrecords.com.au/ships/adamant/1821


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