Cosgrave

Cosgrave is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic Ó Coscraigh, meaning "descendant of Coscrach." Coscrach is a personal name believed to mean "victorious."

The Cosgrave family is traditionally associated with County Wexford in Ireland, though the name can be found throughout the country. Variations of the name include Cosgrove, Coscrib, and Crosgrave.

Notable people with the surname Cosgrave include:

• William Thomas Cosgrave (1880-1965): An Irish politician who served as the first President of the Executive Council of the Irish Free State from 1922 to 1932. He was a key figure in the Irish War of Independence and the subsequent establishment of the Irish Free State.

• Liam Cosgrave (1920-2017): Son of William Thomas Cosgrave and Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland from 1973 to 1977. He was a member of Fine Gael.

• Liam T. Cosgrave (born 1956): Son of Liam Cosgrave and also a politician, serving as a Teachta Dála (Member of Parliament) in Ireland. He continued the family's association with Fine Gael.

The name Cosgrave represents a lineage with historical connections to Irish politics and society. The etymology of the name reflects the ambition for victory.