The Donogh Family Name

Donogh is best understood alongside McDonagh: both are Irish spellings of one family name.

What does the surname Donogh mean?

Its meaning, shared with McDonagh, is “Son of Donnchadh ("brown warrior")”.

How is Donogh related to McDonagh?

Before spelling was fixed, McDonagh was also written Donogh. Related forms: McDonough and MacDonagh.

Is there a Donogh coat of arms?

There is no single Donogh family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were.

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