Lóegaire (Laoghaire, Láegaire, Loeguire, sometimes anglicised as Leary) is a popular medieval Irish given name borne by a number of historical and legendary figures.
| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Word/name | Ireland |
People
Notable people bearing this name include:
- Lóegaire Lorc, legendary High King of Ireland of the 6th century BC
- Lóegaire Búadach, hapless would-be hero of the Ulster Cycle
- Lóegaire mac Néill, High King of Ireland in the time of Saint Patrick
- Lughaid mac Loeguire, another High King of Ireland
Fictional characters
- Laoghaire MacKenzie, a character in the Outlander series of novels
Other
In south county Dublin there is the town of Dún Laoghaire, meaning "The Fort of Leary."
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