Walshe (surname)
Walshe is a surname, a variant of Walsh, meaning "Wales", i.e. "foreigner" (non-English) originating in Wales, brought to Ireland by Normans. It is most common in County Mayo and County Kilkenny. There are other variants including "Welsh". Walshe is uncommon as a given name. People with the name Walshe include:[1]
| Walshe | |
|---|---|
| Family name | |
| Meaning | "Wales" |
| Region of origin | Ireland |
| Related names | "Walsh", "Welsh" |
- Damian Walshe-Howling
- Francis Walshe
- Gwenethe Walshe
- Jennifer Walshe
- Joe Walshe
- Nick Walshe
- Pat Walshe
References
- ↑ "Walsh coat of arms, family crest and Walsh family history". irishsurnames.com. Retrieved 2007-12-31.
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