Lugaid

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Lugaid (Lughaid, Lughaidh) is a popular medieval Irish name, thought to be derived from the god Lug. It is borne by a number of figures from Irish history and mythology, including:

High Kings of Ireland
Other historical figures
  • Lugaid mac Nóis, legendary king of Munster and suitor of Emer
  • Lugaid mac Con Roí, legendary king of Munster and killer of Cúchulainn
  • Lugaid Lága, henchman of Lugaid mac Con, regarded as one of the greatest warriors in Ireland
Saints
  • Saint Moluag, also known as Saint Lughaidh, 6th century Irish Pict missionary
  • Saint Molua, 6th century Irish saint, founder of Killaloe