Irish Genealogy, Ancestry, & Family History Resources

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Burke: Irish surname history

Burke - If you bear one of these names you could be a musician or politician.

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How to trace your Irish roots using this traditional Irish naming pattern

This traditional naming pattern once used in Ireland could be a useful tool when trying to fill in the gaps of your Irish roots.

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Study claims that Irishmen descended from Turkish farmers

Research indicates Turkish farmers arrived in Ireland about 6,000 years ago, bringing agriculture with them.

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Genealogy

Ancestry records reunite long-lost brothers after 85 years

Imagine spending your entire life as an only child, then one day, 85 years later, finding out you had a brother.

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Genealogy

All about the Irish surname Connolly

Members of the Connolly clan have been politicians, revolutionaries, and even comedians!

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Genealogy

Gallagher - the Irish surname name history and its musical ties

Gallagher is an Irish surname steeped in musical tradition.

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Genealogy

Mariah Carey - Proud to be black, and proud to be Irish

An Irish American mother and half-black, half-Venezuelan father - the pop star Mariah Carey hangs on to some childhood trauma.

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Genealogy

All about the Irish surname O'Hara

Members of the O'Hara clan include archbishops, writers, and movie stars. Do you have O'Haras in your life? Here's their history.

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Quinn: What's in an Irish name?

Is your Irish family name Quinn? You could be related to famous footballers, top businessmen, or Zorba the Greek.

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The ancient Irish origins of the last name Doherty

If you’re a Doherty of origin, you could have a link to one of the great sculptors of Ireland or even Riverdance.

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O'Callaghan: What's in an Irish name?

Is your name O'Callaghan? Sports and broadcasting are strong talents among some of the members of this clan. Here's a little history and a rundown of some famous Irish O'Callaghans.

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Study reveals the impact Viking and Norman DNA had on the Irish

The Viking invasions of Ireland have had a lasting impact on the genetic makeup of Irish people.

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Feeney: The Irish last name, its meaning, origin, and most well-known faces

What's the story of the name Feeney? Perhaps the most outstanding person to bear the name Feeney is renowned philanthropist Chuck Feeney.

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Where are the most Irish people in the US? Census reveals all

Marking Irish American Heritage Month, the US Census takes a look at just how Irish the United States really is.

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The most common surnames in Ireland and their meanings

A look at ten of the most common last names in Ireland and their fascinating histories.

Culture

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

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

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Guess which famous Irish singer is related to Kate Middleton

Family researchers have an uncovered a link between Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton and Irish-British singer.

Ancestry

Top famous “Irish” celebrities who are not Irish at all

Jewish, Italian, British, Polish and other celebrities who took Irish names.

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Heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury's Irish roots

Newly-crowned WBC Heavyweight world champion, the self-proclaimed "Gypsy King", has close ties with Galway.

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Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain's Irish roots

Kurt Cobain was born on February 20, 1967. Here, a look a the Nirvana frontman's Irish roots.

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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!

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Irish genealogy workshop with the Ulster Historical Foundation

Join the Ulster Historical Foundation at the Irish American Heritage Center, in Chicago to learn the ins and outs of researching your family history.

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Why a DNA testing company is laying off 100 people

Home DNA-testing company 23andMe laid off 100 people last week.

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5-time Grammy winner Billie Eilish's Irish roots

Just 18-years-old and already a household name, best known for her chart-topping album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, Billie Eilish is proud of her Irish roots and has said Ireland feels like home.

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An emotional journey home - hunting my grandmother's grave in Galway

The quest for my father’s adoption records led me in search of the Menlo graveyard, County Galway, of a woman I had never known.

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Burke: Irish surname history

A guide to identifying the Celtic regions

Study reveals the impact Viking and Norman DNA had on the Irish

Three million people in the world are descended from one Irish High King

Ancient bones reveal Irish are not Celts after all

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The best way to watch Irish music shows and events online

IrishCentral’s Irish dance school of the month: McManus Irish Dance

Six-year-old Irish girl explains why she should be allowed to the pub

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Priest in Ireland pens touching poem about coronavirus lockdown

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Cork town named one of Europe’s most beautiful small towns

WATCH: Take a tour of 1969 Ireland with "Céad Míle Fáilte"

Irish words and slang to learn before you visit Ireland

The secrets of The Book of Kells

Travel tips - How to choose your next journey?

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Find the best Irish clothing and giftware this St. Patrick’s Day

For St. Patrick's Day, Guinness teams up with Carhartt for the merch of your dreams

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