About Hegarty
The surname Hegarty is of Irish origin and is derived from the Gaelic name Ó hÉigeartaigh, meaning "descendant of Éigeartach." The name Éigeartach itself is believed to come from the word "éigeart," which translates to "unusual" or "strange." The surname Hegarty is primarily found in County Cork, Ireland, and is associated with families who were historically involved in the medical profession.
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The surname Hegarty is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hegarty based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Hegarty in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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