Garyon History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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• Ireland

The name Garyon has changed considerably in the time that has passed since its genesis. It originally appeared in Gaelic as Mag Fhearadhaigh, derived from the word "fearadhach," possibly meaning "manly."

Early Origins of the Garyon family

The surname Garyon was first found in Connacht (Irish: Connachta, (land of the) descendants of Conn), where they held a family seat from ancient times.

Important Dates for the Garyon family

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Garyon Spelling Variations

Numerous spelling variations of the surname Garyon exist. A partial explanation for these variants is that ancient scribes and church officials recorded names as they were pronounced, often resulting in a single person being recorded under several different spellings. Different spellings that were found include Garry, Garrihy, Hare, O'Hare, O'Heihir, MacGarry and others.

Early Notables of the Garyon family (pre 1700)

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Garyon migration to Australia

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

Garyon Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

• Bessy Garyon, aged 19, a servant, who arrived in South Australia in 1855 aboard the ship "Norman"