About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Casey
- Variants
- Cathassach
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
An early Gaelic name carried by several figures in the annals, source of the surname Ó Cathasaigh (Casey). Associated with watchfulness and martial vigilance.
The story behind Cathasach
Several Cathasachs appear in Irish genealogies and the surname Casey, derived from Ó Cathasaigh, is found across all four provinces.
Mythology & legend
Non-mythological; descriptive name meaning 'vigilant'.
Did you know?
Source of the surname Ó Cathasaigh (Casey).
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