Logue (surname)

Logue is a surname of multiple possible origins, most commonly found in Ireland, Scotland, and England.

Possible Origins:

• Irish: It may be an Anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Ó Laogha, meaning "descendant of Laogha". The personal name Laogha is a diminutive of laogh, meaning "calf". The surname is particularly associated with County Donegal.

• Scottish: In some cases, particularly in Scotland, Logue may be a shortened form of MacLogue or McLogue, meaning "son of Logue". The given name "Logue" is itself of uncertain origin but possibly related to a place name.

• English: Less frequently, it might be a topographical name for someone who lived near a hollow or low-lying area, derived from the Middle English word "logh" or "lowe".

Distribution: The surname Logue is most common in Ireland, followed by Scotland, England, the United States, Canada, and Australia, reflecting historical migration patterns.

Notable People with the Surname:

• Lionel Logue (1880–1953), an Australian speech and language therapist who helped King George VI overcome his stammer.
• Christopher Logue (1926-2011), an English poet.

Variations: Common variations of the surname include Log, Loague, and McLogue/MacLogue.