Heraty

The term "Heraty" is a surname. It is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic Ó hEartaigh. The prefix "Ó" signifies "descendant of" or "from," and "Eartach" is thought to be a personal name meaning "manly," "heroic," or possibly related to "ploughman." Therefore, Heraty roughly translates to "descendant of Eartach." The surname is most commonly found in County Clare and County Galway in Ireland. Variations in spelling exist, including Hearty and Harty. The Heraty name is part of Irish genealogical history and reflects the clan system and naming conventions prevalent in Ireland.