Irish Baby Name · Boy

Fearadhach

Pronounced: FAR-a-khukh

Meaning: Manly, virile

About the name

Origin
Irish
English version
Frederick
Variants
Feradach, Faradach
Stronghold region
All-Ireland

Overview

Borne by Fearadhach Finnfhachtnach, a legendary High King of Ireland in the Lebor Gabála Érenn. The name remained in use among Gaelic nobility.

The story behind Fearadhach

Said to have been the first Irish king under whom no false judgement was given.

Mythology & legend

Legendary High King and lawgiver of the Cycles of the Kings.

Did you know?

Fearadhach Fionn Feachtnach was a 1st-century legendary High King praised for his just rule.

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