Doyle
The Meaning & Origin of the Name Doyle
Doyle is a Celtic boy name, which has 5 letters.
The name Doyle is an Irish surname derived from the Gaelic Ó Dubhghaill, meaning "descendant of Dubhghall". The given name Dubhghall is composed of the elements dubh, meaning “black”, and gall, meaning “stranger”.
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Detailed Information About The Name Doyle
The name 'Doyle' is a surname of Irish origin. It is derived from the Gaelic name "O'Dubhghaill," which means "descendant of Dubhghall." The Gaelic prefix "O" denotes "descendant of," while "Dubhghall" translates to "dark foreigner" or "dark stranger." The name is relatively common in Ireland, particularly in County Cork.
Historically, the Doyles were part of the ancient Irish clan system, living primarily in the south of the country. The surname has several variations, including O'Doyl, MacDoyle, Doyley, and Doylestown. Over time, variations of the surname have emerged due to linguistic changes and regional dialects. Today, the name is not only found in Ireland but has also spread throughout the world due to Irish emigration.
The most famous individual associated with the name Doyle is Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the renowned Scottish writer and creator of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes. Despite being of Scottish descent, his surname has Irish origins. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's success with the Sherlock Holmes stories has contributed to the popularity of the name Doyle as a given name as well.
In modern times, the name Doyle is used as both a first name and a surname. It is considered unisex and can be bestowed upon boys and girls alike. Some notable individuals with the surname Doyle include Arthur Conan Doyle, musician Jerry Doyle, and actress Kathleen Doyle-Bates. Moreover, the name has also been used in popular culture, with television shows, books, and movies featuring characters named Doyle.
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