The Ó Dochartaigh surname traces its origins back to the ninth century progenitor who was given the name Dochartach, meaning 'hurtful' or 'obstructive' – likely in honour of valiant feats in battle.
Ancient Territory: The O'Dochartaigh clan grew to become a powerful family who ruled from the the Dunwiley ringfort near Stranorlar. Two O'Dochartaigh chieftains later rose to become Kings of all Donegal.
Contact: Eva Doherty Gremmert - Clann O'Dochartaigh Association