Lynch surname: meaning and origin
Lynch means descendant of Loingseach, meaning mariner or exile; also an Anglo-Norman name. It is a native Gaelic Irish family from Galway, Cork and Meath.
| Irish form | Ó Loingsigh / de Lench |
|---|---|
| Meaning | descendant of Loingseach, meaning mariner or exile; also an Anglo-Norman name |
| Home region | Galway, Cork and Meath (Connacht) |
| Origin | Gaelic |
| Variants | Linch |
History of the Lynch name
Lynch has two origins. One is the Gaelic Ó Loingsigh. The other is a Norman family that settled in Galway city and gave it many of its mayors.
More surnames from Connacht
- Burkede Búrca · of the fortress or town
- ConnollyÓ Conghaile · descendant of Conghal
- O'ConnorÓ Conchobhair · descendant of Conchobhar
- EganMac Aodhagáin · son of Aodhagán
- FlanaganÓ Flannagáin · descendant of Flannagán
- HigginsÓ hUiginn · descendant of Uiginn
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Lynch mean?
Lynch (Irish: Ó Loingsigh or de Lench) means descendant of Loingseach, meaning mariner or exile; also an Anglo-Norman name.
What is the Irish spelling of Lynch?
The Irish-language form of Lynch is Ó Loingsigh or de Lench.
Where is the surname Lynch from?
Lynch is a native Gaelic Irish family, associated with Galway, Cork and Meath in Connacht.
What are other spellings of Lynch?
Related spellings and forms include Linch.