Taggart

Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage Irish, Scottish
Pronounced Pron. /ˈtæɡ.ɡəɹt/(American English) /ˈtæɡ.ɡət/(British English)  [key·simplify]

Meaning & History

Anglicized form of Irish Mac an tSagairt meaning "son of the priest". This name comes from a time when the rules of priestly celibacy were not strictly enforced.

Related Names

VariantsMac an tSagairt(Irish) McTaggart(Scottish) Mac an tSagairt(Scottish Gaelic)

Categories

anglicizations, parkourists, religion
Entry updated December 1, 2024