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  • Distribution of Meagher Families in the US in 1840
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  • Distribution of Meagher Families in the US in 1920
  • Distribution of Meagher Families in England and Wales in 1891

Origin of Meagher Total Records: 2  Origin of Meagher, Meaning of Meagher Origin: Looking for Edward Egan Meagher, b. 1903 and his wife Elma Wise b. 1904. Both died in California. Both born in ILL. Had son Neil W. Meagher, b. 1931. Surnames: Meagher Submitted by: starr Ossman Origin of Meagher, Meaning of Meagher Origin: The surname derives from old irish O'Meachair - meaning is hospital. Known to our family is the turn of phrase Meagher of the Sword. I originate from the Meagher Wedgers - origin is still unknown. Maher is the Englaish version of the name as it is easier to pronounce. The actual pronouncation is Ma' hair or Ma'her and not Mock'er or Meager. In Ireland Meagher originated in Counties Waterford, Tipperary(as in our family). Their is alot to be found on this great Irish name. Surnames: Meagher, Maher, OMeachair Submitted by: Geraldine Meagher 2/17/2012 10:01 PM Page 1 of 1

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