Dargies History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Dargies

What does the name Dargies mean?

The ancestors of the name Dargies come from the ancient Scottish tribe known as the Dalriadans. They lived along the rugged west coast of Scotland and on the Hebrides islands and used the name to indicate a person who lived in the village of Dargie, in the parish of Liff-Benvie in Angus.

Early Origins of the Dargies family

The surname Dargies was first found in Angus (Gaelic: Aonghas), part of the Tayside region of northeastern Scotland, and present day Council Area of Angus, formerly known as Forfar or Forfarshire, where they held a family seat from early times.

Early History of the Dargies family

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Dargies Spelling Variations

Many spelling variations of Dargies have been recorded over the years, including These are the result of the medieval practice of spelling according to sound and repeated translation between Gaelic and English. Dargie, Dargey, Dargy, Dairgy, Dairgie, Dairgey and others.

Early Notables of the Dargies family

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Migration of the Dargies family to Ireland

Some of the Dargies family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the Dargies family

Settlers from Scotland put down roots in communities all along the east coast of North America. Some moved north from the American colonies to Canada as United Empire Loyalists during the American War of Independence. As Clan societies and highland games started in North America in the 20th century many Scots rediscovered parts of their heritage. Early North American records indicate many people bearing the name Dargies were among those contributors: John Dargie who settled in Boston in the year 1762.