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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Lewy, Louis, Aloysius
- Variants
- Luigheach
- Stronghold region
- All-Ireland
Overview
Borne by numerous legendary kings, including Lughaidh mac Con, who killed Art mac Cuinn, and by Lughaidh Riab nDerg, said to be the only mortal son of three brothers.
The story behind Lughaidh
A common ancestor-name in Irish dynastic genealogy, suggesting devotion to the god Lugh.
Mythology & legend
Several Lughaidhs appear in the Cycles of the Kings, claimed as ancestors by various dynasties.
Did you know?
Lughaidh mac Con was a 3rd-century High King who defeated Art at Mag Mucraime.
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