Surname · Irish origin
Walsh
Meaning
The surname Walsh means Welshman, foreigner.
Origin
Irish
Type
descriptive
Variants
2
The origin of the surname Walsh
Walsh was given to settlers of Welsh or British origin — a “foreigner.”
What kind of surname is Walsh?
Walsh is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the Irish naming tradition — you can read how Irish surnames were formed on our Irish last names page.
Variants & spellings of Walsh
You may also see this surname written as:
- Welsh
- Walshe
Other Irish surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Walsh mean?
The surname Walsh means Welshman, foreigner. Walsh was given to settlers of Welsh or British origin — a “foreigner.”
Where does the surname Walsh come from?
Walsh is a surname of Irish origin.
What kind of surname is Walsh?
Walsh is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other spellings of Walsh?
Variant spellings of Walsh include Welsh, Walshe.
What are other Irish surnames?
Other Irish surnames include Boyle, Brennan, Byrne, Callaghan, Connolly, Daly.