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Docherty β€” Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Docherty is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'dochartach', which means 'hurtful' or 'harmful'. The name was likely given to someone who had a fierce or aggressive temperament.

Docherty

Letter: D
Unisex

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Meaning of Docherty:

Docherty is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'dochartach', which means 'hurtful' or 'harmful'. The name was likely given to someone who had a fierce or aggressive temperament. Docherty can also be a given name for both males and females, carrying the same meaning.

  • Gender: Unisex
  • Origin: Scottish, Gaelic, Irish

Origin:

Scottish , Gaelic , Irish

Similar Names:

Doerti , Doherty , Dohr , Dorcey , Dorohty , Doroty , Dorotya , Dorthy , Dougherty , Douherty

More names starting with D:

D Amante , D Amiko , D Andre , D Anjelo , D Antan , D Arsi , D Shawn , Da , Daaber , Daad , Daad Ali , Daadbarzin

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Frequently asked questions about Docherty

What does the name Docherty mean?

Docherty is a Scottish surname of Gaelic origin. It is derived from the Gaelic word 'dochartach', which means 'hurtful' or 'harmful'. The name was likely given to someone who had a fierce or aggressive temperament.

What is the origin of the name Docherty?

Docherty is a unisex name of Scottish, Gaelic, Irish origin.

Is Docherty a boy or girl name?

Docherty is commonly used as a unisex name.

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