Brady surname: meaning and origin
Brady means son of Brádach, a name meaning spirited. It is a native Gaelic Irish family from Cavan.
| Irish form | Mac Brádaigh |
|---|---|
| Meaning | son of Brádach, a name meaning spirited |
| Home region | Cavan (Ulster) |
| Origin | Gaelic |
| Variants | McBrady |
History of the Brady name
The Bradys were a Breifne family from County Cavan, and Cavan is still where the name is most common.
More surnames from Ulster
- BoyleÓ Baoighill · descendant of Baoighill
- McBrideMac Giolla Bhríde · son of the devotee of Saint Brigid
- ClarkeÓ Cléirigh · descendant of the cleric
- O'DohertyÓ Dochartaigh · descendant of Dochartach
- O'DonnellÓ Dónaill · descendant of Dónall
- McDonnellMac Domhnaill · son of Dónall
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Brady mean?
Brady (Irish: Mac Brádaigh) means son of Brádach, a name meaning spirited.
What is the Irish spelling of Brady?
The Irish-language form of Brady is Mac Brádaigh.
Where is the surname Brady from?
Brady is a native Gaelic Irish family, associated with Cavan in Ulster.
What are other spellings of Brady?
Related spellings and forms include McBrady.