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About the name
- Origin
- Irish
- English version
- Fergus
- Variants
- Fergus, Fergusa
- Stronghold region
- Ulster
Overview
Borne by Fearghus mac Róich, deposed king of Ulster and exile in Connacht who fought against his own people in the Táin Bó Cúailnge; also by Fearghus, founding king of the Scots in Dál Riata.
The story behind Fearghus
His love affair with Méabh and his role as Cú Chulainn's foster-father make him one of the most complex figures of the Táin.
Mythology & legend
Fergus mac Róich, exiled Ulster king and counsellor to Méabh.
Did you know?
Originally king of Ulster, he gave up his throne for love of Nessa and went into exile to Connacht.
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