Irish Genealogy, Ancestry, & Family History Resources

Genealogy

Fascinating pensions records pre-Easter Rising and beyond reveals a wealth of Irish history

Genealogy

In 1912 my Irish grandmother was booked to sail aboard The Titanic

A brush with faith stopped Margaret Boyle from boarding the Titanic in Cobh, County Cork

Roots

John Le Carré, Britain's most famous spy writer, died an Irishman

Known for "Tinker Taylor Soldier Spy" and "The Spy Who Came in From the Cold", John Le Carré applied for his Irish citizenship following the Brexit vote in 2016.

Genealogy

What does the apostrophe in Irish names mean?

Do you know an O'Sullivan or O'Neill in your life? Find out why the apostrophe is so important to their name.

Genealogy

DNA test uncovers century-old secret for woman who thought she was Irish

Alice Collins Plebuch wanted to add to her family tree. What she discovered shocked her and changed her life.

Other Writers

Bruce Springsteen's (somewhat) surprising Irish Catholic roots

"The Boss" Bruce Springsteen is both a proud Irish American and a devout Catholic, though many people don't even realize.

Community

With the IrishCentral Newsletter you decide the stories

Sign up to the IrishCentral Newsletter and never miss out on the stories that interest you.

Genealogy

Why do Irish Americans still identify as Irish?

Why are American-born descendants of Diaspora Irish so tenacious about identifying with their homeland, even when their connections are generations distant?

Genealogy

New York newsmaker Lindsey Boylan talks about her Irish roots

“I’m extremely proud to be Irish and I consider it one of the great honors of my life.”

Genealogy

Major league baseball’s Irish American stars

The Irish American Baseball Society has announced the discovery of the Irish ancestry of prominent current and former Major League Baseball players.

Community

Become a Friend of IrishCentral and together we can support each other

On St Patrick's Day help us keep bringing you closer to Ireland by supporting our writers and team.

Roots

Adopted in 1953, daughter finds her Irish mother still alive

A woman who was adopted in Liverpool in 1953 has discovered that her birth mother is still alive 67 years after she gave her up for adoption.

Irish Shopping

Connect to Ireland this St. Patrick's Day by planting an Irish Heritage Tree

With The Irish Heritage Tree you know you're never too far away from Ireland.

Community

Win! Send a love letter to Ireland this St. Patrick's Day

Submit a love letter to Ireland this St. Patrick's Day on IrishCentral's Storytellers and be in with a chance to win an Irish Heritage Tree.

Culture

International Women's Day - the inspiring lives of some of Ireland's fiercest females

International Women's Day, March 8, celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

Food & Drink

A traditional Irish cold weather treat - Dublin coddle recipe

This Irish staple dish dates all the way back to the 1700s.

Genealogy

The genealogy company tracking down American beneficiaries of Irish estates

Finders International tracks down long-lost relatives of people who died intestate.

Roots

Celebrate your Irish roots this Nova Scotia Heritage Day

Happy Nova Scotia Heritage Day! Today we celebrate this great province and it's 25% Irish ancestry stats!

Genealogy

Discovery of Irish airman lost at sea during the Second World War

Irish Royal Navy pilot, Edmund Seymour Burke, was thought to be lost forever until he was reunited with family and given a hero's funeral.

Genealogy

Maureen O'Hara's among Irish birth, marriage and deaths records released

IrishGenealogy.ie adds records to their online archives including some famous Irish names and perhaps your Irish ancestors!

Genealogy

Proud Irish "Singing in the Rain" star, Gene Kelly remembered on his anniversary

"He was very proud of being Irish...he really felt his Irish roots were at the core of his being."

Genealogy

The Irish roots of Tom Brady, possibly the greatest ever American athlete

We look at Tom Brady's Irish roots and dark ancestral times ahead of his record tenth Super Bowl appearance against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday.

Genealogy

DNA test shocker for Tennessee woman who always believed she was Irish

Cat McDonald's DNA test helped uncover a family scandal.

Genealogy

Is Biden an Irish name?

It appears that the surname Biden has no origins in Ireland, despite Joe Biden's proud Irish roots.

Genealogy

Are you of Irish descent? Now is the time to get your Irish Citizenship

As Irish immigration to the US slowly decreases, it is important to secure your Irish Citizenship in order to preserve the right for future generations.

Genealogy

Fascinating pensions records pre-Easter Rising and beyond reveals a wealth of Irish history

In 1912 my Irish grandmother was booked to sail aboard The Titanic

John Le Carré, Britain's most famous spy writer, died an Irishman

What does the apostrophe in Irish names mean?

DNA test uncovers century-old secret for woman who thought she was Irish

Bruce Springsteen's (somewhat) surprising Irish Catholic roots

With the IrishCentral Newsletter you decide the stories

Why do Irish Americans still identify as Irish?

New York newsmaker Lindsey Boylan talks about her Irish roots

Major league baseball’s Irish American stars

Become a Friend of IrishCentral and together we can support each other

Adopted in 1953, daughter finds her Irish mother still alive

Connect to Ireland this St. Patrick's Day by planting an Irish Heritage Tree

Win! Send a love letter to Ireland this St. Patrick's Day

International Women's Day - the inspiring lives of some of Ireland's fiercest females

A traditional Irish cold weather treat - Dublin coddle recipe

The genealogy company tracking down American beneficiaries of Irish estates

Celebrate your Irish roots this Nova Scotia Heritage Day

Discovery of Irish airman lost at sea during the Second World War

Maureen O'Hara's among Irish birth, marriage and deaths records released

Proud Irish "Singing in the Rain" star, Gene Kelly remembered on his anniversary

The Irish roots of Tom Brady, possibly the greatest ever American athlete

DNA test shocker for Tennessee woman who always believed she was Irish

Is Biden an Irish name?

Are you of Irish descent? Now is the time to get your Irish Citizenship

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Events

Irish Americans among favorites for US Ambassador to the Vatican and Pope Francis

Here's your chance to win an Irish pub, takeaway, and apartment for just €23

National Beer Day: It's official, Guinness is good for you!

On This Day: Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain tragically dies

Tragedy as Irish American NYPD top cop takes his own life in Queens

Fascinating pensions records pre-Easter Rising and beyond reveals a wealth of Irish history

Titanic struck fatal iceberg despite receiving warnings

“No Irish Need Apply” signs existed despite denials, high schooler proved

On This Day: The US Civil War begins in 1861

50 facts about the Easter Rising

Reese Witherspoon picks Northern Irish spy thriller as her "book of the month"

Here are the Irish people who made this year's Forbes 30 under 30

National Beer Day: It's official, Guinness is good for you!

WATCH: Irish music and dance session breaks out on flight to Kerry

WATCH: Three generations of Irish dancers wow the crowd

All-island rail review announced to improve train networks on island of Ireland

Ireland named among top vacation destinations in the world

Experiencing Titanic's last port of call in Cobh, Ireland

On This Day: Irish American Henry Ford, maker of the Model T, passed away

United States, Canada added to Ireland’s Mandatory Hotel Quarantine from April 15

Meet the Irish Producer: Bewley's Tea

IrishCentral launches unique endeavors for their loyal readers

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Niall O'Dowd

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