Galleher

Meaning

Descendant of Gallchobhair, a personal name possibly meaning 'foreign help' or 'foreign warrior.'

Etymology

Derived from the Irish Ó Gallchobhair, where 'gall' means 'foreign' and 'cobhair' means 'help' or 'support.' The surname was anglicized from its Irish form during the medieval period.

About the Galleher Surname

An Irish patronymic surname derived from a personal name combining 'foreign' and 'help.' The name reflects Irish naming traditions and historical contact with foreign peoples.

Distribution

Found primarily in Ireland, particularly in Ulster and Connacht regions.

Notable Bearers

Galleher is a relatively uncommon Irish surname

People with the Galleher Surname