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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Lawrence, Laurence
- Variants
- Labhrás, Labhraí
- Stronghold region
- Leinster
Overview
Borne by Labhraidh Loingseach, legendary High King of Ireland whose tale 'Orgain Denna Ríg' tells how he reclaimed his throne; also said in folklore to have horse's ears, in an Irish parallel to the King Midas legend.
The story behind Labhraidh
His name means the speaker; his cruel exile and triumphant return are recounted in Orgain Denna Ríg.
Mythology & legend
Labhraidh Loingseach, semi-legendary ancestor-king of the Leinstermen.
Did you know?
He had the ears of a horse, a secret revealed only to his barber, who whispered it into a willow tree.
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